Screening Breast MRI and the Science of Premenopausal Background Parenchymal Enhancement

Abstract The significance of background parenchymal enhancement (BPE) on screening and diagnostic breast MRI continues to be elucidated. Background was initially deemed probably benign followed or thought as an artifact degrading the accuracy cancer detection examinations. Subsequent research has focused understanding role BPE regarding MRI. Today, there is growing evidence that a myriad factors affect BPE, which in turn may influence patient outcomes. Additionally, could represent important risk factor for future development cancer. This article aims describe most up-to-date it relates premenopausal women.