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Cystosarcoma phyllodes: our institutional experience.

Sanjeev C Joshi1, Daya N Sharma, Anil K Bahadur

  • 1Department of Radiation Oncology, Maulana Azad Medical College and Associated Lok Nayak Hospital, New Delhi, India.

Australasian Radiology
|December 4, 2003
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This study analyzed 26 Cystosarcoma phyllodes cases, finding that while most lesions were benign, malignant tumors had a higher recurrence rate. Surgical management and follow-up are crucial for these rare breast tumors.

Area of Science:

  • Oncology
  • Surgical Pathology
  • Breast Cancer Research

Background:

  • Cystosarcoma phyllodes (now often referred to as phyllodes tumors) are rare neoplasms of the breast.
  • Understanding their behavior and treatment outcomes is essential for patient management.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To retrospectively analyze the clinical and pathological features of Cystosarcoma phyllodes.
  • To evaluate treatment outcomes, including recurrence and disease-free survival.

Main Methods:

  • Retrospective analysis of 26 patients treated between July 1994 and July 2001.
  • Surgical procedures included wide local excision or mastectomy.
  • Postoperative radiotherapy was administered in select cases.

Main Results:

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  • Median age at presentation was 38 years, with a mean lesion size of 6 cm.
  • Histologically, 58% were benign, 11% borderline, and 31% malignant.
  • Six patients experienced recurrence, four of whom had malignant tumors. Median disease-free survival was 34 months.

Conclusions:

  • Cystosarcoma phyllodes exhibit a range of histological behaviors from benign to malignant.
  • Malignant phyllodes tumors demonstrate a higher propensity for recurrence.
  • Definitive surgical treatment and vigilant follow-up are critical for managing these tumors.