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What is an irregular rounded hypoechoic nodule with spiculated margins and tiny focus of calcification of the breast. is it normally malignant

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Dr. Mazen Ghani answered

nodule: Based on your description, it may need to be biopsied.

Answered 11/28/2013

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Suspicious: Your description seems to be from the report of your breast ultrasound. These finding are considered suspicious for malignancy and require a biopsy (usually an ultrasound guided core needle biopsy). Please follow through. The biopsy will provide a definitive diagnosis.

Answered 9/29/2016

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What is an irregular rounded hypoechoic nodule with spiculated margins and tiny focus of calcification of the breast. is it normally malignant

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