1) Distinguish major differences between typically malignant and typically benign calcifications on the mammogram. 2) Recognize the appearance of calcifications considered indeterminate in nature on mammography. 3) Develop strategies for followup and management of suspicious calcifications, including the role of other imaging modalities.
Calcifications on the mammogram are often the only clue to the presence of malignancy. The appearance of typically benign and malignant calcifications will be reviewed, as well as emerging concepts surrounding those associated with high grade and low grade malignancy, and the importance of distinguishing between these for further treatment and outcomes. Imaging techniques to maximize visualization of calcifications on the mammogram will be outlined. The evolving role of other imaging modalities in the followup and management of suspicious calcifications will also be discussed.
Linver, M,
Evaluation of Calcification. Radiological Society of North America 2014 Scientific Assembly and Annual Meeting, - ,Chicago IL.
http://archive.rsna.org/2014/14000834.html
