Presentation
Routine mammographic follow-up of previous breast prostheses.
Patient Data
Age: 65 years
Gender: Female
From the case:
Breast prosthesis silicone leakage
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MLO view left breast shows an uncomplicated left breast submammary prosthesis 2011. Capsular calcification noted.
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A year later the same view shows a subtle but obvious newly appeared parenchymal asymmetry anterior to the prosthesis. The additional ML views show the area and its poorly defined margins.
From the case:
Breast prosthesis silicone leakage
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The ultrasound image shows a "snowstorm" appearance of silicone leakage better appreciated on the annotated image (arrows). This may be difficult for those in the Antipodes to appreciate but Canadians get it instantly.