Tiny calcium deposits detected on a mammogram that may indicate an underlying breast abnormality.
This phrase is used to document the presence of microcalcifications on a mammogram that have characteristics concerning for malignancy, such as pleomorphic or linear branching forms. Further investigation, such as biopsy, is often warranted.
"Mammography reveals suspicious microcalcifications in the upper outer quadrant of the right breast."
Used in radiology reports following mammographic examination.
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