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V Menges

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PubMed1976

["Numeric increase of microcalcifications, an important radiologic sign of occult breast cancer" (author's transl)].

An increase in the number or the sudden appearance of multiple microcalcifications in the course of a mammographic controls series represent a further important sign of malignancy. In 14 of our cases witha non palpable breast cancer we were able to observe an increase in the number or a sudden appearance of typical calcium precipitates during an observation period, which, according to the case, lasted from 6 to 21 months. Biopsy revealed in all cases an early cancer. Our observations demonstrate the absolute indication for biopsy in all patients, which during a mammographic control series suddenly present microcalcifications, or an increase in the number of the ones that were previously observed. All patients showing clustered microcalcifications, which because of their small number are not demanding a biopsy, should be regarded as risk-cases and observed regularly in order to rule out or demonstrate an increase in the number of calcifications. Follow-up series within six months are recommended.

Biopsy↗
PubMed1976

[Eosinophilic granuloma of the bone in adults (author's transl)].

Eosinophilic granuloma of the bone shows a characteristic age distribution with an incidence of 75% in children. According to our observations, however, its occurrence in adults is not as rare as one should expect from the number of cases reported in the literature. The clinical and radiologic diagnosis can be established in many cases if the possibility of an eosinophilic granuloma is considered and certain criteria are taken in consideration. Solitary osteolytic changes should be biopsied early in order to avoid unnecessary and expensive examinations. The X-ray signs which can lead to the diagnosis are discussed and illustrated, and 7 cases of eosinophilic granuloma in adults are presented.

Adult↗
PubMed1976

[Calcifications in mediastinal lymphoma after radiation therapy of Hodgkin's disease. (author's transl)].

One case of calcifications in mediastihal lymphoma after radiation therapy of Hodgkin's disease is reported. The incidence of these calcifications is remarkably low. They are mostly localized in the anterior mediastinum showing a characteristical pattern which is initially stippled, later confluent and coral-shaped. An open interval after radiation therapy is typical for this phenomenon. The cause of the calcifications is discussed.

Calcinosis↗
PubMed1975

[Procedure to be followed in cases of suspected changes diagnosed by means of mammography].

As a rule the diagnosis of larger focal lesions of the breast can be easily confirmed by biopsy. Intraoperative localization is more difficult, however, in lesions of below 5 mm diameter as measured by mammography or malignant alterations only indirectly indicated by mammography. Experience to date in 64 patients shows that specimen radiography provides immediate confirmation of large lesions detected by mammography and localizes the area for histologic examination. So far it has been found that precisely those biopsies that are performed as a result of indirect signs of malignancy or of small lesions are the most valuable contributing factor in the early diagnosis of breast cancer.

Biopsy, Needle↗
PubMed1975

[The intraosseus ganglion (author's transl)].

The intraosseous ganglion is a not very well-known cystic benign bone lesion, which has to be included in the differential diagnosis of benign bone tumors. The ganglion's pathogenesis is still uncertain. Radiologically it presents all signs of a benign epiphyseal cystic tumor and can be easily differentiated from malignant changes. The characteristic X-ray signs, together with the typical location, and especially when situated in the distal medial epiphysis of the tibia, will allow a preoperative diagnosis.

Adult↗