Clinico-pathological assessment of breast lump: A clinical study

While endobronchial lesions that present with symptoms of obstruction may be reflective of primary bronchogenic malignancy, there have been a number of reports of bronchial lesions other than primary bronchogenic carcinoma simulating primary endobronchial epithelial malignancy clinically. Twenty-five cases of symptomatic endobronchial disease were encountered with pathological assessment demonstrating an endobronchial process other than carcinoma, representing metastatic disease (breast, colon, renal, head and neck origin), fungal infection, Hodgkin's lymphoma, primary bronchogenic melanoma, lipoma, broncholith and inflammatory pseudopolyp. The present report underscores the potential pathogenetic heterogeneity encountered in lesions presenting with signs and symptoms of endobronchial obstruction, emphasizing the critical role of biopsy for establishing a definitive diagnosis.

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Clinical study of breast lump-triple assessment does help in diagnosing it better

International Surgery Journal ◽

10.18203/2349-2902.isj20180975 ◽

2018 ◽

Vol 5 (4) ◽

pp. 1246

Author(s):

Priti Prasad Shah ◽

Shama Shaikh ◽

Sunil Panchbhai ◽

Bahul Vakhariya

Keyword(s):

Clinical Study ◽

Physical Examination ◽

Clinical Examination ◽

Early Stage ◽

Prospective Clinical Study ◽

Histopathological Diagnosis ◽

Breast Lump ◽

Triple Assessment ◽

Breast Lumps ◽

Mammographic Examination

Background: Breast cancer is most frequently diagnosed cancer among women and also most common cause of cancer death among women. Early stage detection is still low and is the major reason for poor treatment outcomes in our country. Most of the breast lumps are benign. However, it is important to rule out malignancy. This prospective clinical study is done to evaluate role of triple assessment (clinical examination, mammography and histopathology) in diagnosing breast lump.Methods: All women admitted with the symptoms and signs of breast lump at our hospital were studied in the period of 2 years from July 2014 to June 2016. The findings of physical examination and mammographic examination with histopathological diagnosis were noted n compared.Results: Physical examination of breast lumps is overall less accurate as compared to mammography. There is a tendency to over diagnose malignancy on physical examination. Mammography is more sensitive and specific in the diagnosis of palpable breast lumps as compared to physical examination. Histopathology confirms the diagnosis.Conclusions: It is better to do all three that is clinical examination, mammography and histopathology for all breast lumps diagnosis.

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A Clinical Study of Twenty-seven Children Exhibiting Functional Hearing Loss

Language Speech and Hearing Services in Schools ◽

10.1044/0161-1461.1201.26 ◽

1981 ◽

Vol 12 (1) ◽

pp. 26-35 ◽

Cited By ~ 14

Author(s):

Donald L. McCanna ◽

Giacinto DeLapa

Keyword(s):

Hearing Loss ◽

Clinical Study ◽

Early Identification ◽

Behavioral Responses ◽

Upper Elementary ◽

Elementary Grades ◽

Ability Level ◽

Hearing Problem

This report reviews 27 cases of children exhibiting functional hearing loss. The study reveals that most students were in the upper elementary grades and were predominantly females. These subjects were functioning below their ability level in school and were usually in conflict with school, home, or peers. Tests used were selected on the basis of their helping to provide early identification. The subjects' oral and behavioral responses are presented, as well as ways of resolving the hearing problem. Some helpful counseling techniques are also presented.

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