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Breast hamartomas: variable mammographic appearance.

M A Helvie1, D D Adler, M Rebner

  • 1Department of Radiology, University of Michigan Hospitals, Ann Arbor 48109-0326.

Radiology
|February 1, 1989
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Mammograms revealed that the classic appearance of breast hamartomas is less common than previously thought. Earlier detection of smaller hamartomas may explain this finding in mammography reviews.

Area of Science:

  • Radiology
  • Oncology
  • Pathology

Background:

  • Breast hamartomas are benign tumors composed of fibrous and glandular tissue.
  • Previous studies suggested a characteristic mammographic appearance for breast hamartomas.
  • The prevalence and typical imaging findings require further investigation.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To review mammographic findings in patients with pathologically confirmed breast hamartomas.
  • To assess the frequency of classic mammographic features associated with breast hamartomas.
  • To correlate mammographic appearance with tumor size and breast density.

Main Methods:

  • Retrospective review of mammograms from 17 women with pathologically proven breast hamartomas.
  • Analysis of detected masses for benign or suspicious features.

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  • Assessment of breast density in women with and without detectable masses.

    • Main Results:

    • Abnormal masses were detected in 12 of 17 women.
    • Nine masses exhibited benign features, with two showing classic signs of hamartoma.
    • Three masses were suggestive of malignancy; dense breasts were noted in women without detectable masses.

    Conclusions:

    • The classic mammographic appearance of breast hamartomas may be less common than previously reported.
    • Earlier detection of smaller hamartomas might contribute to atypical mammographic presentations.
    • Mammographic interpretation requires careful consideration, especially in dense breasts.