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  • To review the spectrum of fibrocystic changes in breast imaging.
  • To highlight imaging features that differentiate benign from potentially malignant findings.
  • To emphasize the importance of radiologic-pathologic correlation.

Main Methods:

  • Review of imaging findings associated with fibrocystic changes.
  • Correlation with pathological diagnoses.
  • Discussion of management strategies.

Main Results:

  • Classically benign features include cysts and layering calcifications, often manageable conservatively.
  • Suspicious findings like solid masses and non-layering calcifications warrant core needle biopsy.
  • Understanding varied appearances aids in assessing radiologic-pathologic concordance.

Conclusions:

  • Distinguishing benign fibrocystic changes from concerning lesions is key.
  • Appropriate use of imaging and biopsy prevents overtreatment.
  • Conservative management is typical for confirmed benign fibrocystic changes.