Breast Fibroadenoma

Introduction to Breast fibroadenoma

Welcome to the Breast fibroadenoma subsection of the Obstetrics and Gynaecology for the MSRA course.

This section is designed to provide comprehensive and structured learning materials to help you understand and master the topic of Breast fibroadenoma for the MSRA.

Resources for Breast fibroadenoma:

1. Breast fibroadenoma Revision Notes for MSRA: Detailed and concise traditional revision notes covering all essential aspects of Breast fibroadenoma, including its causes, symptoms, diagnosis, and treatment. These notes are designed using UK NICE guidelines and formatted in tables for easy recall.
2. Breast fibroadenoma Flashcards for MSRA: Interactive flashcards to help you memorise key facts and concepts about Breast fibroadenoma. These are perfect for quick reviews and reinforcing your knowledge.
3. Breast fibroadenoma Accordion Q&A Notes for the MSRA: Engage in active learning with question-and-answer style revision notes in the accordion format. This is useful for testing your understanding of Breast fibroadenoma and focusing on areas needing improvement.
4. Breast fibroadenoma Rapid Fire Quiz for MSRA: A short quiz to test your knowledge and recall of Breast fibroadenoma-related concepts. It’s an excellent way to assess your progress and pinpoint areas for further review.

We hope you find these resources helpful and engaging as you prepare for the MSRA.

Key Points about Breast fibroadenoma

• Definition: Breast fibroadenoma is a benign (non-cancerous) breast lump that develops from the glandular and fibrous tissue of the breast, typically affecting younger women.
• Causes:
  • Hormonal changes: Fluctuations in oestrogen levels, particularly in women of childbearing age.
  • Family history: There may be a genetic predisposition to developing fibroadenomas.
• Symptoms:
  • Firm, smooth, and mobile lump in the breast.
  • Typically painless.
  • Can vary in size, often growing larger during pregnancy or menstruation and shrinking during menopause.
• Investigations:
  • Clinical examination: Palpation of the breast lump.
  • Ultrasound: Preferred imaging technique for younger women with dense breast tissue.
  • Mammography: May be used in older women to assess the characteristics of the lump.
  • Fine-needle aspiration or core biopsy: To confirm the diagnosis and rule out malignancy.
• Management:
  • Observation: Small, asymptomatic fibroadenomas are often monitored with regular check-ups.
  • Surgical excision: Considered if the lump is large, painful, or causing anxiety, or if malignancy is suspected.
  • Cryoablation: A minimally invasive procedure that uses extreme cold to destroy the lump.
• Complications:
  • Rare transformation into phyllodes tumours, which can be benign or malignant.
  • Psychological distress due to fear of cancer.

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