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Selective nonoperative management of solid breast masses.

D L Dyess1, C O Lorino, A Grieco

  • 1Department of Surgery, University of South Alabama, Mobile 36688.

The American Surgeon
|July 1, 1992
PubMed
Summary

Many women with breast masses can be safely observed nonoperatively, reducing the need for immediate biopsy. This approach, when following clinical and mammographic guidelines, shows promising results for managing solid breast masses.

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Area of Science:

  • Oncology
  • Radiology
  • Surgical Pathology

Background:

  • Solid breast masses require careful diagnosis to differentiate benign from malignant conditions.
  • Traditional management often involves immediate biopsy for suspicious masses.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To evaluate the safety and efficacy of nonoperative management for women with solid breast masses.
  • To determine if clinical and mammographic guidelines can support observation strategies.

Main Methods:

  • A prospective study included 180 women with solid breast masses.
  • Clinical and mammographic diagnoses were performed by surgeons and radiologists.
  • Patients were either biopsied immediately or offered a trial of observation.

Main Results:

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  • Immediate biopsy was performed on 78 women, with 52 diagnosed with cancer.
  • Of 89 women offered observation, 70 had long-term follow-up (mean 22 months).
  • Two cases of delayed invasive cancer diagnosis occurred with no apparent impact on survival.

Conclusions:

  • Nonoperative management is a safe option for many women with solid breast masses.
  • Biopsy is essential for masses suspicious for malignancy or when follow-up is uncertain.