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Supernumerary Breast on the Back: a Case Report
1Lok Nayak Hospital, Delhi, India.
Supernumerary breast, a rare condition in Asians, is usually benign ectopic breast tissue. Management involves surgical excision, but malignancy must be ruled out.
Area of Science:
- Reproductive Medicine
- Human Genetics
- Surgical Pathology
Background:
- Supernumerary breast, or polymastia, is an uncommon congenital anomaly.
- It is observed more frequently in Asian populations, with an incidence ranging from 2-6%.
Purpose of the Study:
- To review the clinical presentation and management of supernumerary breast.
- To emphasize the importance of differentiating benign ectopic breast tissue from malignancy.
Main Methods:
- Literature review of supernumerary breast cases.
- Clinical case analysis focusing on presentation and treatment.
Main Results:
- Supernumerary breast typically presents as asymptomatic ectopic breast tissue present from birth.
- Symptoms arise due to hormonal stimulation during puberty, pregnancy, or lactation.
- Surgical excision is the standard management for benign cases.
Conclusions:
- Supernumerary breast is a benign condition requiring surgical management.
- Differential diagnosis is crucial to exclude malignancy in suspected cases.
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