title: A simple classification system for mammographic reporting.
abstract: 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.
authors: Department of Radiology, Kelsey-Seybold Clinic, Houston, TX.
authors: K I
authors: KI
authors: Kemp
authors: G L
authors: GL
authors: Jackson
mesh_terms: D001706:Biopsy; D001940:Breast / Q000473:pathology; D001943:Breast Neoplasms / Q000145:classification / Q000000981:diagnostic imaging* / Q000473:pathology; D005260:Female; D006801:Humans; D008327:Mammography / Q000145:classification*