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Multiple cutaneous metastases from breast carcinoma
E A Tianco1, A T Medina-Lavadia, N L Atienza
1Section of Dermatology, University of the Philippines-Philippine General Hospital, Manila.
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|March 1, 1990
Summary
This case report details extensive skin metastases from breast carcinoma, appearing on unusual body areas like the thighs and pelvis. The findings highlight the importance of biopsy for unexplained skin nodules in breast cancer patients.
Area of Science:
- Oncology
- Dermatology
Background:
- Breast carcinoma is the most common internal malignant primary tumor in women.
- Cutaneous metastases typically appear on the anterior chest wall.
Observation:
- A rare case of breast carcinoma presenting with widespread cutaneous metastases (up to 900 nodules) is described.
- Metastases were observed on unusual sites, including the thighs and pelvic region.
- The skin lesions exhibited an adenocarcinoma pattern.
Findings:
- This presentation expands the known distribution of cutaneous metastases from breast carcinoma.
- The patient survived for thirty-five months after the appearance of skin metastases.
Implications:
- Unexplained skin nodules require excisional biopsy for diagnosis.
- This case underscores the diverse clinical presentations of breast carcinoma metastasis.
- Further research into less common metastatic patterns is warranted.