“ROLE OF ULTRASOUND IN DIAGNOSING BREAST DISEASES- A PROSPECTIVE STUDY”

Abstract

BACKGROUND: In India, Breast carcinoma is the 2nd most common malignancy in 
womenprevalence of which is showing a growing trend, with the incidence increasing 
everyyear ranging approximately 19-33%. Advanced breast cancer stage is associated with 
highmorbidity and mortality. Hence identifying an accurate diagnostic tool to 
effectivelymanagethisdiseaseis critical.