Pictorial essay ‒ breast imaging on chest computed tomography after various types of breast surgery
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https://doi.org/10.15584/ejcem.2026.2.2Keywords:
mammoplasty, mastectomy, postoperative breastAbstract
Introduction and aim. The incidence of breast cancer is increasing globally, prompting the development of various surgical and reconstructive techniques for treatment. Chest computed tomography (CT) is frequently performed for multiple clinical indications, including screening, postoperative surveillance, and staging. Therefore, this article aims to review and illustrate the characteristic imaging characteristics of various postoperative breast changes that may be incidentally identified on chest CT.
Material and methods. We reviewed the medical records of patients who underwent CT scans at our hospital in the past five years and had changes in the shape of their breasts to confirm diagnosis, surgery, or procedure name, etc.
Results. We compared CT findings of patients with surgically confirmed procedures with the surgical techniques to identify any deformities resulting from surgery. In addition, we investigated the indications and effects of each surgery.
Conclusion. Awareness of these characteristic CT appearances can help radiologists avoid misinterpretation, recognize complications or recurrence, and provide clinically relevant information even when breast findings are incidental.
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