Normal and Abnormal Breast Flashcards
Which hormone is responsible for growth of adipose tissue and lactiferous ducts
E
Which hormone is responsible for stimulation of lobular growth and alveolar budding
P
How much sooner can mammography detect lesions compared to humans
2 years
At what age does mammography become most beneficial
> 40 yo
What modality is most useful in looking at breast tissue in women < 40 yo
US
If you are wanting to differentiate between a cystic and solid mass, which modality is best
US
In what situations is an MRI most useful
Post-cancer for further evaluation
Implants
Women with BRCA gene
If you perform an FNA and the cyst reappears or doesn’t resolve, what is the next step
Mammogram/US and biopsy
What are the ACOG screening guidelines for mammograms
Women > 40 yo annually
What are the ACOG screening guidelines for clinical breast exams
Women 20-39 yo q 1-3 years
Women > 40 yo annually
What is the Tx for mastalgia
Danazol
Behavioral changes
What are the SE’s of Danazol
Menstrual irregularities Intracranial HTN Deepens voice Hair growth Weight gain
What is the most common benign tumor found in the female breast
Fibroadenoma
Sx’s = solid, rubbery, mobile, and solitary mass in teen/early 20’s
Fibroadenoma
What are the two types of Non-proliferative BC
Fibroadenoma
Galactocele
