Case Report of a Rare Adrenal Tumor
Author Information
Author(s): Arkadopoulos Nikolaos, Kyriazi Maria, Yiallourou Anneza I, Stafyla Vaia K, Theodosopoulos Theodosios, Dafnios Nikolaos, Smyrniotis Vassilis, Kondi-Pafiti Agathi
Primary Institution: Aretaieion Hospital, Athens University School of Medicine, Athens, Greece
Conclusion
Adrenal hemangiomas are rare and should be considered in the differential diagnosis of adrenal neoplasms.
Supporting Evidence
- Only 55 cases of adrenal cavernous hemangiomas have been reported in the literature.
- The tumor was incidentally found during preoperative staging for breast cancer.
- The patient underwent surgical resection due to the size of the tumor.
Takeaway
This study talks about a rare type of tumor found in the adrenal gland of a woman with breast cancer, which was discovered by accident during tests.
Methodology
The case was diagnosed through imaging techniques including ultrasound, CT scan, and MRI, followed by surgical resection and histopathological examination.
Participant Demographics
75-year-old female patient with left breast adenocarcinoma.
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