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Comparisons of clinical findings in the 21 underestimated and 48 non-underestimated DCIS lesions
| Clinical finding | Underestimated (n=21) | Non-underestimated (n=48) | P-value |
|---|---|---|---|
| Age (yr) | 50.7±11.6 | 46.1±11.0 | 0.986 |
| Asymptomatic (n=23) | 11 (47.8) | 12 (52.2) | 0.292 |
| Symptomatic (n=46) | 10 (21.7) | 36 (78.3) | 0.129 |
| Palpability | 10 (21.7) | 21 (45.7) | |
| Localized pain | 0 | 7 (15.2) | |
| Nipple discharge | 0 | 8 (17.4) |
Values are presented as mean±SD or number (%).
DCIS, ductal carcinoma in situ.
