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Published on: September 12, 2019
Primary ectopic breast cancer presenting as a vulvar mass
Gilberto Lopes1, Teresa DeCesare, Giselle Ghurani
1Department of Oncology, Johns Hopkins Singapore International Medical Center, Singapore. glopes.md@gmail.com
Clinical Breast Cancer
|September 1, 2006
Summary
Ectopic breast tissue, rarely found in the vulva, can develop primary adenocarcinoma. Treatment involves surgical resection and lymph node dissection, with adjuvant therapy similar to standard breast cancer.
Area of Science:
- Gynecology
- Oncology
- Pathology
Background:
- Ectopic breast tissue arises along embryonic milk lines, extending from the axilla to the groin.
- Accessory breast tissue in the vulva is a rare occurrence.
Observation:
- This report details a case of primary adenocarcinoma originating in ectopic breast tissue located in the vulva.
Findings:
- The predominant histological type observed was invasive ductal carcinoma.
- Other tumor types have been documented in accessory breast tissue.
- Surgical resection with lymph node dissection is the typical treatment approach.
Implications:
- Adjuvant therapy decisions should align with established principles for orthotopic breast carcinoma.
- Understanding rare presentations of breast cancer is crucial for accurate diagnosis and management.
