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2023 | OriginalPaper | Hoofdstuk

18. The breasts and axillae

Auteurs : Dr E. C. M. Zeestraten, A. J. E. van Breukelen

Gepubliceerd in: Physical Diagnostics

Uitgeverij: Bohn Stafleu van Loghum

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Abstract

Examination of the breasts can make a substantial contribution to the diagnosis of conditions including breast cancer. Both patients and physicians may find it embarrassing, but this can be reduced by carrying it out professionally and giving clear instructions to the patient. It will usually be carried out on indication, either because a patient feels a lump, or screening finds a suspicious lesion. It is important to discuss patients’ fears and concerns. Following a breast examination, the armpits will often be palpated, as any lymph node metastases are most likely to manifest themselves there. The differential diagnosis list for a palpable breast abnormality comprises cysts, fibroadenoma, lipoma, multinodular mastopathy, mastitis, abscess, haematoma and fat necrosis. Nipple disorders are also discussed in this chapter.
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Metagegevens
Titel
The breasts and axillae
Auteurs
Dr E. C. M. Zeestraten
A. J. E. van Breukelen
Copyright
2023
Uitgeverij
Bohn Stafleu van Loghum
DOI
https://doi.org/10.1007/978-90-368-2931-1_18