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Sonographic appearances of galactoceles
Sukhpal Sawhney1, Liljana Petkovska, Salwa Ramadan
1Department of Radiodiagnosis, All India Institute of Medical Sciences, New Delhi, India.
Journal of Clinical Ultrasound : JCU
|January 25, 2002
Summary
This study details the varied ultrasound appearances of galactoceles, which are breast masses occurring during lactation. Needle aspiration is confirmed as an effective diagnostic and therapeutic method for these common milk-filled cysts.
Area of Science:
- Radiology
- Breast Imaging
- Obstetrics and Gynecology
Background:
- Galactoceles are benign breast masses that develop during lactation or the puerperium.
- Accurate diagnosis is essential to differentiate them from other breast lesions, including malignant ones.
Purpose of the Study:
- To investigate and summarize the sonographic appearances of galactoceles.
- To highlight key diagnostic features on ultrasound.
Main Methods:
- Retrospective review of sonograms and clinical records of 10 patients with galactoceles.
- Analysis of imaging findings over a 5-year period.
Main Results:
- Sonograms revealed well-defined lesions with thin, echogenic walls.
- Internal appearances varied, including homogeneous or heterogeneous contents with features like fluid clefts and anechoic rims.
- Distal acoustic enhancement was observed in most lesions.
Conclusions:
- Galactoceles exhibit diverse sonographic appearances, potentially mimicking other breast pathologies.
- Recent childbirth/lactation and specific ultrasound features aid diagnosis.
- Needle aspiration is both diagnostic and therapeutically effective for galactoceles.