Magnetic Resonance Imaging of a Benign Phyllodes Tumor of the Breast

Summary

Background

The aim of this study was to evaluate a phyllodes tumor of the breast with magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) and magnetic resonance spectroscopy.

Methods

MRI of the breasts was performed using a phased array double breast coil with spectroscopic capability on a 1.5T MR scanner. Post-contrast sequential imaging was done, and the subtracted images were evaluated. Timesignal intensity curves were obtained. MR spectroscopy using BREASE software was also performed.

Results

MRI combined with MR spectroscopy was used in the diagnosis and characterization of a phyllodes tumor of the breast.

Conclusion

MRI and MR spectroscopy may offer an in vivo imaging technique for the characterization of phyllodes tumors of the breast.Key Words: Phyllodes tumor, Magnetic resonance imaging, Magnetic resonance spectroscopy, Slit-like spaces