Table 3 Shows relation between US finding and pathology
From: MRI for assessment of pathologic nipple discharge: is it mandatory?
US finding | Malignant (n = 21) | Benign (n = 72) | p value |
|---|---|---|---|
No (%) | No (%) | ||
Simple dilated ducts | 0 (0) | 36 (50) | 0.017* |
Duct ectasia with echogenic content | 3 (14.3) | 33 (45.8) | 0. 201 |
Postoperative changes | 3 (14.3) | 1 (1.4) | 0.226 |
Mottled parenchyma | 3 (14.3) | 1 (1.4) | 0.226 |
Mass lesion | 12 (57.1) | 1 (1.4) | 0.001* |