The correlation between ultrasonographic findings and pathologic features in breast disorders

Area of Science:

• Radiology
• Oncology
• Pathology

Background:

• Breast ultrasonography is a widely accepted diagnostic tool for breast disorders.
• Evaluating the correlation between imaging findings and histopathology is essential for quality assurance.

Purpose of the Study:

• To assess the correlation between ultrasonography findings and histopathological features in breast lesions.
• To compare ultrasonography's accuracy in determining histological type and cancer extension with other imaging modalities.

Main Methods:

• Retrospective review of 154 breast disorder cases.
• Evaluation of ultrasonography findings against histopathological results.
• Comparison with computed tomography and magnetic resonance imaging data for cancer extension.

Main Results:

• High concordance rates were observed between ultrasonography and histopathology for margins (91.6%), boundary zone (87.0%), and borders (84.4%).
• Ultrasonography accurately estimated histological types (87.0%) and detected carcinoma extension (86.4%).
• Combined imaging modalities achieved a 93.8% detection rate for carcinoma extension.

Conclusions:

• The correlation between histopathological and ultrasonographic findings is vital for quality control in breast ultrasonography.
• These findings support the continued use and refinement of ultrasonography in breast lesion evaluation.