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Cystosarcoma phyllodes metastatic to the mandible.

E Abemayor1, C C Nast, D J Kessler

  • 1Division of Head and Neck Surgery, Jonsson Comprehensive Cancer Center, Harbor-UCLA Medical Center, Torrance, CA 90509.

Journal of Surgical Oncology
|December 1, 1988
PubMed
Summary

Metastases from breast cystosarcoma phyllodes are rare, with head and neck involvement being uncommon. This case highlights a solitary metastasis to the mandible, emphasizing the neoplasm's metastatic potential.

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Area of Science:

  • Oncology
  • Pathology

Background:

  • Cystosarcoma phyllodes tumors of the breast exhibit diverse clinical behaviors.
  • Malignant potential exists, but distant metastases are infrequent.

Observation:

  • A rare case of solitary metastasis to the mandible is presented.
  • The metastasis appeared one year post-mastectomy.
  • No evidence of widespread metastatic disease was noted.

Findings:

  • Cystosarcoma phyllodes can metastasize to the head and neck region, specifically the mandible.
  • This highlights the importance of considering rare metastatic sites.

Implications:

  • The study underscores the need for vigilance regarding potential distant spread of cystosarcoma phyllodes.

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  • Further research into the metastatic patterns of this rare breast tumor is warranted.