Serial MR Findings and Comprehensive Review of Bilateral Lupus Mastitis with an Additional Case Report

Authors

  • Andrew Dennis Mosier
  • Brian Boldt
  • Joren Keylock
  • Donald Vincent Smith
  • James Graham

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.3941/jrcr.v7i1.1242

Keywords:

lupus mastitis, mastitis, lupus, SLE

Abstract

Lupus Mastitis (LM) is a rare presentation of lupus panniculitis involving the breast.  Because it often presents as a tender palpable mass, a workup for malignancy usually ensues. It is well documented that surgery may worsen the condition; therefore, it is important to consider LM in the differential of a palpable breast mass in patients with systemic lupus erythematosus (SLE). Currently, management of LM remains primarily medical. We discuss the multi-disciplinary work-up of LM, and further describe its appearance on serial Magnetic Resonance (MR) exams.

Author Biography

Andrew Dennis Mosier

CAPTAIN US ARMY

Published

2013-01-14

Issue

Section

Breast Imaging