Table 4 Diagnostic parameters for cancer
Cancer | Sensitivity | Specificity | PPV | NPV |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Mild hypoechogenicity | 36% | 61% | 26% | 72% |
Marked hypoechogenicity | 42% | 82% | 46% | 79% |
Microlobulated/ irregular margins | 55% | 73% | 43% | 81% |
Microcalcifications | 30% | 93% | 62% | 78% |
Taller than wide | 28% | 88% | 47% | 77% |
No thin halo | 89% | 30% | 32% | 88% |