"Signet-ring" cell invasive lobular carcinoma of the breast – accidental finding associated with intraductal papilloma: a case report
2009
Case of Signet-Ring Cell Invasive Lobular Carcinoma of the Breast
Sample size: 1
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Author Information
Author(s): Blažičević Valerija, Staklenac Blaženka, Kristek Jozo, Pajtler Marija, Krajinović Zlatko, Štimac Damir, Ivezić Zdravko, Kotromanović Zdenka, Tomaš Ilijan, Biljan Marta
Primary Institution: Clinical Hospital Osijek, Osijek, Croatia
Conclusion
The patient had a diagnosis of signet-ring cell lobular invasive carcinoma, but no residual tumor was found in the axillary lymph nodes or contralateral breast biopsy.
Supporting Evidence
- The patient presented with unilateral milky discharge from the right breast.
- Cytological diagnosis of intraductal papilloma was established.
- Histopathological examination revealed signet-ring cell lobular invasive carcinoma.
- Residual tumor was found only in the breast tissue.
Takeaway
A woman had a milky discharge from her breast, which led to surgery where doctors found a rare type of breast cancer called signet-ring cell carcinoma.
Methodology
The patient underwent cytological diagnosis, surgery, and histopathological examination.
Participant Demographics
A 57-year-old woman.
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