Article ID | Journal | Published Year | Pages | File Type |
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3981954 | Clinical Radiology | 2011 | 7 Pages |
Abstract
Although breast lesions are commonly detected because of their hypoechogenicity, some lesions may present with hyperechogenicity due to their histological components. Hyperechogenicity has been shown to be highly predictive of benignity; however, hyperechoic lesions can occasionally be malignant. This article reviews hyperechoic lesions of the breast, describes the underlying histological causes associated with hyperechogenicity, and the sonographic features useful for the differential diagnosis between benign and malignant hyperechoic lesions.
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Authors
A. Linda, C. Zuiani, M. Lorenzon, A. Furlan, V. Londero, P. Machin, M. Bazzocchi,