1. Ductal carcinoma in situ (DCIS)
Ductal carcinoma in situ (DCIS). A, The ducts are expanded by a proliferation of cells that “obey” each other's boundaries (i.e., do not overlap). This image illustrates low-grade DCIS. B, The ducts are expanded by a proliferation of cells; however, there is central necrosis. Comedo necrosis indicates high-grade DCIS. Hematoxylin and eosin, A, 100×; B, 40×.
Source: Chapter 17. Pathology of the Male and Female Reproductive Tract and Breast, Pathology: The Big Picture
Citation: Kemp WL, Burns DK, Brown TG. Pathology: The Big Picture; 2008 Available at: Accessed: December 22, 2017
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