Male Breast Imaging Uncovers Lymphoma.

Background: A 36-year-old man presented with a palpable mass in the right axillary tail for four months. He was referred to breast imaging for diagnostic work-up. He does not have a family history of breast cancer. Aim: Breast imaging work-up for diagnosis of lymphoma is unusual and even more so in a male patient. Case presentation: After Breast Mammography and targeted Ultrasound of the axillary tail and axilla, Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI) was performed and suggested lymphoproliferative disorder. Excisional biopsy was performed after the breast MRI with removal of right axillary tissue measuring 15.0 × 5.5 × 2.0 cm and containing multiple lymph nodes. Excisional biopsy revealed Classic Hodgkin lymphoma of nodular sclerosis type. Staging [18F]-FDG PET/CT revealed early stage of disease. Conclusion: The presentation and diagnostic elements of Hodgkin Lymphoma are described in this case report emphasizing the significance of breast imaging in multiple populations.

Bilateral breast Rosai-Dorfman disease screen detected by mammography.

Rosai-Dorfman disease (RDD) is a proliferative disorder of histiocytes typically found in nodal sites and commonly observed in females. Patients often present with systemic symptoms such as fever, lymphadenopathy, and weight loss. However, extra-nodal disease has been identified in locations including the skin and subcutaneous tissue. We present a case of a 59-year-old female presenting with abnormal bilateral findings on screening mammography, who was found to have a rare presentation of Rosai-Dorfman disease.

Predictors of Success on the ABR Core Examination.

INTRODUCTION: The ABR Core Examination tests the comprehensive radiology curriculum. On first attempt, 10% of radiology residents fail. This study investigates factors that predict success or failure on the examination. METHODS: An anonymous questionnaire was distributed to all accredited residency programs in diagnostic radiology. Residents who had recently taken the examination answered questions regarding demographics, program, preparation, learning methods, and examination results. Bivariate and multivariate analyses were performed. RESULTS: The study survey was completed by 273 residents. One-tenth of respondents failed or conditionally passed the examination. Residents were more likely to pass the examination if they had trained at an academic program, scored higher on the US Medical Licensing Examination Step 1 and Step 2, achieved higher in-training examination percentile score, completed more practice questions, practiced with both oral and multiple-choice practice questions, and slept longer per night (P < .05 for all). Success was not associated with utilization of specific study resources or protected study time. Lower total number of months spent studying and lower total number of call-containing weeks before the examination were protective factors on multivariate analysis. CONCLUSION: Prior performance on standardized examinations predicts success. Training at an academic institution confers an advantage in performance. The ACR In-Training Examination is an appropriate readiness preparation tool. No specific preparation material or resource can guarantee success. Short-duration, high-quality studying is the most effective method of preparation.