Localized AL amyloidosis of the breast in a geriatric female

Abstract

Localized breast amyloidosis is often found incidentally on mammography or ultrasound, as amyloid deposits can be calcified and mimic malignancy. Although rare, breast amyloidosis should be considered a possible etiology of abnormal mammography findings in older women.

Keywords: AL amyloidosis; abnormal mammography; breast amyloidosis.