23rd September 2021

A 40-year-old female attends the breast clinic for assessment of a painful lump in her right breast

A 40-year-old female attends the breast clinic for assessment of a painful lump in her right breast. Although she has no past medical history, her family history includes breast cancer in her mother and maternal aunt. On examination, there is a smooth mass in the right breast. Breast ultrasound demonstrates a lesion with cystic and solid components, as well as thick walls and irregular margins.

Which of the following is the most appropriate management?

Select the SINGLE most appropriate option from the list below. Select ONE option only.