Neurosonology Practice Exam

Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of a simple breast cyst?

Round or oval shape with thin edge shadow and anechoic content Irregular shape with internal echoes Anechoic content Thin walls

Correct Answer:

Irregular shape with internal echoes

Explanation:

Simple breast cysts are fluid-filled spaces that look anechoic on ultrasound, typically round or oval with smooth, thin walls and posterior acoustic enhancement. They should have no internal echoes. An irregular shape with internal echoes, on the other hand, signals complexity—possible debris, hemorrhage, infection, or a solid component—which is not a feature of a simple cyst. So the description of an irregular shape with internal echoes does not fit a simple breast cyst.

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