Duct Excision

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Chapter 47

Duct Excision

Preoperative Workup

Diagnostic mammography is currently the test of choice in the workup of PND and is generally indicated in all patients. Ultrasound, magnetic resonance imaging (MRI), and ductography are being studied for prediction of malignant disease in PND, although no consensus exists on their use. Also under investigation is ductoscopy, real-time endoscopic imaging of the ductal system. Ductoscopy can differentiate normal ducts from intraductal papilloma and provide therapeutic options (Fig. 47-1, A). Although great advances have been made in the equipment and success of ductoscopy, its use is still limited to specialized centers.

Cytology is of limited use for the diagnosis of PND. Even in properly selected patients, cytology is not extremely sensitive or specific.

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