Breast abscess other diagnostic studies
Editor-In-Chief: C. Michael Gibson, M.S., M.D. [1]Associate Editor(s)-in-Chief: Ahmed Elsaiey, MBBCH [2]
Overview
Mammography can be used in breast abscess diagnosis besides the ultrasound as it helps in differentiating between the breast abscess and cancer.
Other diagnostic studies
Mammography is not used in diagnosing breast abscess. However, it is strongly recommended in cases to exclude breast cancer.[1]
References
- ↑ Kerlikowske K, Smith-Bindman R, Ljung BM, Grady D (2003). “Evaluation of abnormal mammography results and palpable breast abnormalities”. Ann Intern Med. 139 (4): 274–84. PMID 12965983.
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