What kind of follow-up care is needed after a diagnosis of atypical hyperplasia?

What kind of follow-up care is needed after a diagnosis of atypical hyperplasia?

Surgery is usually performed to remove the entire area of tissue where the atypical cells were found. In up to 20% of cases, cancer may be found after a final exam of the removed breast tissue. After surgery, increased screening is recommended. Clinical breast exams will be done every six months and you’ll have annual mammograms. As an adjunct, some patients may also have high risk screening annual MRIs, alternating with the mammogram; which means you will undergo breast imaging every six months. Your medical breast specialist will help determine if you qualify for an annual breast MRI based on your risk factors. An MRI is especially helpful if you are a woman with dense breast tissue.