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Metaplastic carcinoma of the breast

Case contributed by Hani Makky Al Salam
Diagnosis certain

Patient Data

Gender: Female
mammography

Mammography demonstrates a fairly well defined dense lesion with microlobulated borders. No spiculation, architectural distortion or underlying microcalcification.

ultrasound

Targeted breast US demonstrates a round, solid mass with homogeneous echogenicity and microlobulated margins.

Case Discussion

Diagnosis: metaplastic carcinoma of the breast (path proven).

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