American Board of Surgery Qualifying Exam (ABS QE) Practice Test

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BIRADS 2 results suggest what type of finding in a mammogram?

Benign finding; recommend mammogram in 1 year
Negative; follow-up in 6 months
Highly suggestive of malignancy
Suspicious abnormality; biopsy recommended

The correct answer is: Benign finding; recommend mammogram in 1 year

BIRADS (Breast Imaging Reporting and Data System) is a standardized system used to categorize mammography findings. A BIRADS 2 result indicates a benign finding, which means that the abnormality found in the mammogram is non-cancerous. This classification is reassuring because it suggests that the findings are not likely to represent any malignancy or significant risk of cancer. Therefore, the recommended follow-up for a BIRADS 2 result is typically a routine mammogram in one year. This schedule allows for continued monitoring without immediate concern, as the abnormality is considered low-risk. This proactive approach ensures that any changes over time can be assessed without unnecessary intervention. In contrast, the other options propose follow-up measures that correspond to more serious findings. They suggest that the imaging results indicate a potential for malignancy or suspicious abnormalities which require either more frequent monitoring or invasive procedures like biopsy, which would not be appropriate for a BIRADS 2 classification.