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Mammogram and Ultrasound reports
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Mammogram and Ultrasound reports
by Story girl, Aug 15, 2005 12:00AM
I got a copy of my test results and want other opinions,,, this is what is says.
Mammogram Findings: A triangular marker was placed on the lump, and two views were performed in an attempt to locste the nodule. It is not identified on these views, and therefore an ultrasound will be performed.
Ultrasound Findings: I scanned this patients beeast myself. In the region of the palpable lump, there is a 2x6x6 mm oval nodule. It is hypoechoic. It is longer than tall, and well circumscribed. It is within millimeters of the implant, as the breast tissue here is very thin. It has an entirely benign appearance. Since it is not visible on mammogram, a six month followup right breast ultrasound is suggested as a way to assure its stability. The patient was also instructed to perform self-breast exams.
Impression: Birads category 3, probably benign.
Recommendation: Repeat mammogram as indicated by ACS guidlines with a six month ultrasound followup.
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I have an appointment to see a surgeon in a week. My primary care doctor felt I should get another opinion. What do you all think?
Mammogram Findings: A triangular marker was placed on the lump, and two views were performed in an attempt to locste the nodule. It is not identified on these views, and therefore an ultrasound will be performed.
Ultrasound Findings: I scanned this patients beeast myself. In the region of the palpable lump, there is a 2x6x6 mm oval nodule. It is hypoechoic. It is longer than tall, and well circumscribed. It is within millimeters of the implant, as the breast tissue here is very thin. It has an entirely benign appearance. Since it is not visible on mammogram, a six month followup right breast ultrasound is suggested as a way to assure its stability. The patient was also instructed to perform self-breast exams.
Impression: Birads category 3, probably benign.
Recommendation: Repeat mammogram as indicated by ACS guidlines with a six month ultrasound followup.
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I have an appointment to see a surgeon in a week. My primary care doctor felt I should get another opinion. What do you all think?
Doctor's Answer
by CCF-RN,MSN-rf, Aug 16, 2005 12:00AM
Dear Story Girl: The standard of care for a BIRAD 3 interpretation is to repeat imaging in 6 months. If you are concerned or would just like a second opinion, that is also acceptable. Ultimately, you need to be comfortable with your decision.
Member Comments (2)
by japdip, Aug 15, 2005 12:00AM
To: StoryGirl
Even though the report states "BIRADS 3" it certainly never hurts to get a second opinion ..... sounds like you primary care physician is not taking any chances. He / She is to be commended.
