Invasive lobular carcinoma

Case contributed by Sajoscha A. Sorrentino
Diagnosis certain

Presentation

Abnormal Screening mammogram. No clinical complaints. History of breast cancer in the family: her daughter at the age of 43.

Patient Data

Age: 70
Gender: Female
mammography

Breast parenchyma density: Heterogeneously dense (ACR type c).

Findings: In the left breast, at 5 o'clock, there is an irregular, spiculated, high density mass with a 15 mm diamter.

mri

In the left breast, at 5 o'clock, there is an irregular, spiculated, mass with a 15 mm diamter. No additional masses were detected.

Case Discussion

Ultrasound guided biopsy was performed. Histology showed invasive lobular carcinoma.

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