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Gigantomastia complicating pregnancy: a case report
T A Jido1, A Z Mohamed, S U Alhasan
1Department of Obstetrics and Gynaecology, Aminu Kano University Teaching Hospital, Kano, Nigeria.
Background:
Mammary gigantism is a rare, cosmetically embarrassing complication of pregnancy that may ulcerate and have potentially fatal bleeding.
Methods:
A case report of a 20-year old primigravida with bilateral massive breast enlargement is presented to highlight the clinical presentation and management challenges of the condition.
Results:
She was treated with local debridement, bromocriptine, antibiotics and blood transfusion with good results. The pregnancy however terminated at 27 weeks of gestation.
Conclusion:
Gigantomastia is a rare complication of pregnancy, which may pose a major management challenge. A favorable outcome may be achieved with prompt recognition of the condition and conservative management in selected cases.
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