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| name = Radial scar | |||
| image = [[File:Radial_scar.jpg]] | |||
| caption = Histological image of a radial scar | |||
| synonyms = Complex sclerosing lesion | |||
| field = [[Pathology]] | |||
| symptoms = Usually asymptomatic, may present as a palpable mass | |||
| complications = May mimic [[breast cancer]] on imaging | |||
| onset = Typically found in middle-aged women | |||
| duration = Persistent unless surgically removed | |||
| causes = Unknown, possibly related to [[breast tissue]] changes | |||
| risks = Slightly increased risk of [[breast cancer]] | |||
| diagnosis = [[Mammography]], [[Ultrasound]], [[Biopsy]] | |||
| differential = [[Breast carcinoma]], [[Fibroadenoma]] | |||
| prevention = Regular [[breast screening]] | |||
| treatment = Surgical excision if suspicious | |||
| prognosis = Excellent if benign, regular follow-up recommended | |||
| frequency = Relatively rare, found in 0.1-0.5% of [[breast biopsies]] | |||
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[[File:Histopathology of radial scar, low magnification.jpg|Histopathology of radial scar, low magnification|thumb|left]] | |||
'''Radial scar''' is a benign [[lesion]] or growth that often appears as a scar-like area on a mammogram. It is also known as a ''complex sclerosing lesion''. | '''Radial scar''' is a benign [[lesion]] or growth that often appears as a scar-like area on a mammogram. It is also known as a ''complex sclerosing lesion''. | ||
== Introduction == | |||
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Radial scars are not true [[scar]]s, but they look like scars when viewed under a microscope. They do not usually cause symptoms or need treatment, but they can look like [[breast cancer]] on a mammogram or during a [[biopsy]], which can cause concern until tests confirm that they are benign. | Radial scars are not true [[scar]]s, but they look like scars when viewed under a microscope. They do not usually cause symptoms or need treatment, but they can look like [[breast cancer]] on a mammogram or during a [[biopsy]], which can cause concern until tests confirm that they are benign. | ||
== Causes == | == Causes == | ||
The exact cause of radial scars is not known, but they are more common in women who are middle-aged or older. They are not related to breast cancer, but women with radial scars seem to have a slightly higher risk of developing breast cancer than women without them. | The exact cause of radial scars is not known, but they are more common in women who are middle-aged or older. They are not related to breast cancer, but women with radial scars seem to have a slightly higher risk of developing breast cancer than women without them. | ||
== Diagnosis == | == Diagnosis == | ||
Radial scars are usually found during a routine mammogram. They can look like breast cancer on a mammogram, which can cause concern until further tests are done. If a radial scar is suspected, a biopsy may be done to confirm the diagnosis. | Radial scars are usually found during a routine mammogram. They can look like breast cancer on a mammogram, which can cause concern until further tests are done. If a radial scar is suspected, a biopsy may be done to confirm the diagnosis. | ||
== Treatment == | == Treatment == | ||
Most radial scars do not need treatment. However, because they can look like breast cancer on a mammogram, they are often removed to make sure they are not cancer. If a radial scar is large or if there are many radial scars, a surgeon may recommend surgery to remove them. | Most radial scars do not need treatment. However, because they can look like breast cancer on a mammogram, they are often removed to make sure they are not cancer. If a radial scar is large or if there are many radial scars, a surgeon may recommend surgery to remove them. | ||
== See also == | == See also == | ||
* [[Breast cancer]] | * [[Breast cancer]] | ||
* [[Mammogram]] | * [[Mammogram]] | ||
* [[Biopsy]] | * [[Biopsy]] | ||
== References == | == References == | ||
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[[Category:Medical conditions]] | [[Category:Medical conditions]] | ||
[[Category:Breast diseases]] | [[Category:Breast diseases]] | ||
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| Synonyms | Complex sclerosing lesion |
| Pronounce | N/A |
| Specialty | N/A |
| Symptoms | Usually asymptomatic, may present as a palpable mass |
| Complications | May mimic breast cancer on imaging |
| Onset | Typically found in middle-aged women |
| Duration | Persistent unless surgically removed |
| Types | N/A |
| Causes | Unknown, possibly related to breast tissue changes |
| Risks | Slightly increased risk of breast cancer |
| Diagnosis | Mammography, Ultrasound, Biopsy |
| Differential diagnosis | Breast carcinoma, Fibroadenoma |
| Prevention | Regular breast screening |
| Treatment | Surgical excision if suspicious |
| Medication | N/A |
| Prognosis | Excellent if benign, regular follow-up recommended |
| Frequency | Relatively rare, found in 0.1-0.5% of breast biopsies |
| Deaths | N/A |
Radial scar is a benign lesion or growth that often appears as a scar-like area on a mammogram. It is also known as a complex sclerosing lesion.
Introduction[edit]
Radial scars are not true scars, but they look like scars when viewed under a microscope. They do not usually cause symptoms or need treatment, but they can look like breast cancer on a mammogram or during a biopsy, which can cause concern until tests confirm that they are benign.
Causes[edit]
The exact cause of radial scars is not known, but they are more common in women who are middle-aged or older. They are not related to breast cancer, but women with radial scars seem to have a slightly higher risk of developing breast cancer than women without them.
Diagnosis[edit]
Radial scars are usually found during a routine mammogram. They can look like breast cancer on a mammogram, which can cause concern until further tests are done. If a radial scar is suspected, a biopsy may be done to confirm the diagnosis.
Treatment[edit]
Most radial scars do not need treatment. However, because they can look like breast cancer on a mammogram, they are often removed to make sure they are not cancer. If a radial scar is large or if there are many radial scars, a surgeon may recommend surgery to remove them.
See also[edit]
References[edit]
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