Papillary lesions of the breast are a heterogeneous group of neoplasm. The lesions are always accompanied and affect the overall assessment of breast lesions. Particularly

new classifications of papillary lesions such as encapsulated papillary carcinoma and solid papillary carcinoma which are primary in elderly women are lack of systematic study in radiologic findings. The analysis of breast galactography

radiography

ultrasound

and MRI examinations of papillary lesions is reviewed in the present paper. Compared with the pathological features

the radiologic appearances are summarized to provide a scientific basis for reducing the underestimation rate of papillary lesions of the breast. It also provides theoretical guidance for early detection

accurate diagnosis and timely treatment of atypical hyperplasia

encapsulated papillary carcinoma and solid papillary carcinoma of the breast.