Fat necrosis of breast

ICD-10 Code N64.1

Fat necrosis of breast

Definition

Localized necrosis of the adipose tissue in the breast. Clinically, it may present as a mass. Causes include injury, surgical procedures, and radiation treatment.

Also known as breast fat necrosis, fat Necrosis of the breast — per MONDO

Also identified as

Affected Organs

Organ Involvement Source
Breast Disease Has Associated Anatomic Site NCIT · CC BY 4.0
Breast Disease Has Primary Anatomic Site NCIT · CC BY 4.0