Korean Journal of Radiology

The Korean Society of Radiology (대한영상의학회)
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Diffuse Intense $^{18}F$-FDG Uptake at PET in Unilateral Breast Related to Breastfeeding Practice

  • Ko, Kyung Hee (Department of Radiololgy, CHA Bundang Medical Center, CHA University) ;
  • Jung, Hye Kyoung (Department of Radiololgy, CHA Bundang Medical Center, CHA University) ;
  • Jeon, Tae Joo (Department of Nuclear Medicine, CHA Bundang Medical Center, CHA University)
  • Published : 2013.06.01
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Abstract

We present an interesting case of incidental diffuse fluorodeoxyglucose (FDG) uptake at PET in her left breast, related to atypical breastfeeding practice. Clinically, differential diagnoses of diffuse intense FDG uptake in unilateral breast include advanced breast cancer, breast lymphoma and inflammatory condition. However, normal physiologic lactation may also show increased FDG uptake in the breasts. Therefore, if we encounter that finding in daily practice, we should question the patient regarding unilateral breastfeeding. In addition, mammography and ultrasound would be helpful to confirm the diagnosis.

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