Breast cancer: Growth patterns
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Ductal carcinoma
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Ductal carcinoma in situ (DCIS)
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Thin extensions
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Microcalcifications
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Invasive foci
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Solitary
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Multifocal
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Lobular carcinoma
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Lobular carcinoma in situ (LCIS)
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Lobular invasive carcinoma
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Single-cell invasion pattern
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Medullary carcinoma
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Smooth lump
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Inflammatory carcinoma
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Extensive lymphangitic and skin infiltration