Evaluation of common breast masses.
Most breast lesions, including those that are malignant, are found by women themselves, which emphasizes the importance of breast self-examination. Comprehensive knowledge of breast anatomy and the characteristics that suggest that a mass is benign or suspicious aids primary care physicians in choosing the proper sequence of action. Drs Bland and Love discuss the common breast lesions and provide a detailed algorithm for management.
Bland
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Department of Surgery, J. Hillis Miller Health Center, Gainesville, FL 32610-0286.
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D000328:Adult; D001707:Biopsy, Needle; D001941:Breast Diseases / Q000175:diagnosis*; D001943:Breast Neoplasms / Q000175:diagnosis; D016504:Breast Self-Examination; D003937:Diagnosis, Differential; D005260:Female; D006801:Humans; D008327:Mammography; D008875:Middle Aged; D010173:Palpation; D012307:Risk Factors