Metaplastic carcinoma of the breast containing three histological components: a case report
2024
Rare Case of Breast Cancer with Three Tissue Types
Sample size: 1
publication
Evidence: low
Author Information
Author(s): Liu Huan, Zhao Gang, Fan Zhimin, Wu Di, Qu Fengjiang
Primary Institution: The First Hospital of Jilin University, Changchun, China
Conclusion
This case highlights a rare type of breast cancer that includes squamous cell carcinoma, invasive ductal carcinoma, and high-grade fibrosarcoma.
Supporting Evidence
- The tumor was diagnosed as metaplastic carcinoma with three distinct histological components.
- Imaging studies suggested benign characteristics, complicating diagnosis.
- The patient underwent chemotherapy after surgery but was lost to follow-up.
Takeaway
This study talks about a woman who had a very unusual type of breast cancer with three different kinds of cells in it, which is very rare.
Methodology
The patient underwent a simple mastectomy and sentinel lymph node biopsy, followed by chemotherapy.
Limitations
The patient was lost to follow-up, making it difficult to assess long-term outcomes.
Participant Demographics
The patient was a 68-year-old woman with a history of hypertension.
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