suture calcification in breast

Suture calcification in breast can be seen after a lumpectomy and/or radiation therapy. It is theorized that tissue damage from radiation therapy delays the resorption of the suture. The residual suture material is thought to act as a nidus for calcification.

Radiographic features

Mammography

Sutural calcification may be seen as:

• smooth, linear or curvilinear calcification forming loops
• calcified knots: can be a characteristic feature

Siehe auch:

• Verkalkungen in der Mammographie