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Phyllodes tumour initially diagnosed as keloid
Sanjana Shivalingappa Ibrahimpur1, Mayura Phulpagar2, Ashish Jatale1
1General Surgery, BYL Nair Charitable Hospital, Mumbai, Maharashtra, India.
BMJ Case Reports
|May 2, 2023
Summary
A rare case of malignant phyllodes tumor presenting as a keloid on the chest wall highlights diagnostic challenges. Early suspicion and comprehensive breast assessment are crucial for accurate diagnosis and timely management of such unusual presentations.
Area of Science:
- Oncology
- Dermatology
- Pathology
Background:
- A young woman presented with a recurrent chest wall swelling initially misdiagnosed and treated as a keloid.
- The swelling persisted and grew over three years, prompting further investigation.
- The unusual presentation necessitated referral to specialized breast services.

