A simple classification system for mammographic reporting.
A simple classification system for reporting mammograms is described, similar in format to a system formerly used for reporting Papanicolaou smears. Class 1 indicates an examination with normal findings. Class 2 indicates findings of a mass or masses that appear to be benign. Class 3 indicates findings of an indeterminate lesion, suggestive of possible malignancy. Class 4 indicates probable malignancy. Advantages of the classification system include effective triage of patients and easier computerized record keeping for long-term tracking.
Kemp
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Department of Radiology, Kelsey-Seybold Clinic, Houston, TX.
Jackson
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D001706:Biopsy; D001940:Breast / Q000473:pathology; D001943:Breast Neoplasms / Q000145:classification / Q000000981:diagnostic imaging* / Q000473:pathology; D005260:Female; D006801:Humans; D008327:Mammography / Q000145:classification*