Analysis of the accuracy of ultrasound elastography and BI-RADS classification of breast masses located within the superficial fat layer of the glands.

ABSTRACT:

Background

The surrounding tissue of lesions located in the mammary fat layer is mainly fat, not mammary glands. Are the currently used Breast Imaging Reporting and Data System (BI-RADS) classifications and ultrasound elasticity appropriate for such lesions? In the present study, we discuss the value of elastography and BI-RADS classification in the evaluation of masses in the superficial fat layer of the breast.

Methods

Seventy-five breast masses within the fat layer that met inclusion criteria were included in the study. Using histopathology as the gold standard, we retrospectively analyzed whether the ultrasound elastography and BI-RADS classification results were consistent with the pathological results.

Results

Histological analysis showed that 73 tumors were ben

SUBMITTER: Xue N 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC9638799 | biostudies-literature | 2022 Oct

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature