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Microcalcification
For Microcalcification we have terms and definitions in 2 topics. The topics are Breast Cancer and Cancer.
Microcalcification (Breast Cancer) 
Tiny calcifications (calcium deposits) in the breast tissue usually detected only on a mammogram. Microcalcifications are a sign of change within the breast and, if clusters are present, may be a sign of ductal carcinoma in situ.
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Microcalcification (Cancer)
Particles seen on a mammogram as small spots. Microcalcifications usually occur from calcium deposits caused by the death of cells.
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