Case 177
Case History
A 77-year-old woman had right lumpectomy and radiation 2 years ago.
Physical Examination
• right breast: lumpectomy scar; otherwise normal exam
• left breast: normal exam
Mammogram
Mass (Figs. 177–1 and 177–2)
• margin: spiculated
• shape: irregular
• density: equal density
Figure 177–1. These mammograms were performed 1 year after lumpectomy and radiation therapy. There is an ill-defined density associated with the clips from the previous lumpectomy. (A). Right MLO mammogram. (B). Right exaggerated CC mammogram.
