This case study discusses how Invasive Ductal Carcinoma presents in different modalities and how the patient is affected. This presentation will include symptoms, treatments, and a description of the pathology mentioned to help the reader get a better understanding of the topic. Information was extracted from patient file with full respect to HIPPA and research was obtained through reliable resources to give accurate information on Invasive Ductal Carcinoma. The goal of this research is to help spread awareness on breast cancer and how one can be proactive even before detection of cancer. This helps explain the importance of at home self-examinations and annual mammograms. Alongside ultrasound other modalities such as mammogram, MRI, PET scans, and core needle biopsies are proven to identify breast cancer. In conclusion, Invasive Ductal carcinoma can spread through the lymphatic system and metastasize, therefore, it is important to know the signs and your treatment options.
My research focuses on the role of sonography in detecting breast cancer, particularly ductal carcinomas in situ. I will also explore how mammography and MRI assist in detection and treatment. Ductal carcinomas, the most common type of breast cancer, include ductal carcinoma in situ (DCIS), a precursor lesion with the potential to become invasive (Tajima et al., 2019). While sonography is valuable in detecting breast cancer, it has limitations, making additional imaging essential for accurate diagnosis. Combining these modalities enhances detection and treatment planning. Research supports how sonography collaborates with other imaging techniques in clinical settings. Through this project and my own experiences, I aim to highlight the benefits of integrating sonography, mammography, and MRI for improved breast pathology detection.
Encapsulated papillary carcinoma is a very rare form of breast cancer that accounts for 1-2% of all cancerous breast tumors. It is a cancer that usually presents in postmenopausal females, but can be found in men as well. It is a slow growing cancer with a favorable prognosis, and has a 5% local recurrence rate. However, it is still a malignant cancer that needs to be treated as quickly as possible. Ultrasound is a diagnostic imaging tool that can be implemented when a patient has a suspicious area seen on a routine mammogram. This case study covers how ultrasound can be used to diagnose encapsulated papillary carcinoma in men specifically. Male breast cancer needs to be addressed more often, and ultrasound is a method that can be implemented to prevent and diagnose breast cancer in men.
Paul Hunton is the President of North Carolina Public Radio – WUNC, a National Public Radio member station licensed by the University of North Carolina- Chapel Hill. Mr. Hunton has two decades of experience in the media industry. He is a four-time Emmy-winning documentary director and producer. His film credits include “Through the Repellent Fence, which he produced and was showcased in the Documentary Fortnight series at the Museum of Modern Art in New York City and screened at South by Southwest (SXSW). He directed and co-produced “Between Earth and Sky: Climate Change on the Last Frontier, ” which was featured at the Environmental Film Festival in the Nation’s Capital, the world’s oldest environmental film festival, and broadcast on PBS stations nationwide. He co-created and produced the popular YouTube series “Global Weirding,” hosted by world-renowned climate scientist Katharine Hayhoe, Ph.D. He has over 200,000 followers on TikTok. Hunton has served on the national Board of Directors for PBS, was the Chair of the Board of Directors for Texas PBS, and is a board member of Vision Maker Media, an organization dedicated to empowering and engaging Native people to share their stories. He holds a Bachelor’s degree in Broadcast Production, Film, and Television from Eastern New Mexico University and a Master of Arts in Mass Communication/Media Studies from Texas Tech University.
