Presentation
Screening mammography.
Patient Data
Age: 50 years
Gender: Female
From the case:
Low weight effect on mammogram
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Prominent glandular tissue with a lack of fatty tissue.
Case Discussion
The patient has a below normal BMI. Weight loss results in the reduction of the fat relative to gland tissue. The mammogram after weight loss has less fat and appears denser.