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BI-RADS 2, Benign. A round mass with coarse calcifications is present in the right breast consistent with a calcified fibroadenoma. This had been stable for many years in this patient.

 

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This case is difficult for many because the calcifications are different shapes and sizes and the mass is somewhat lobulated-- many have second thoughts. One must be wary, though, because this mass will undoubtedly show significant shadowing on an ultrasound exam because of those large calcs.

This case is a more classic calcified fibroadenoma:

 

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