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Tuberculosis of the breast

E Göksoy1, M Düren, V Durgun

  • 1Department of Surgery, Cerrahpaşa Medical Faculty, University of Istanbul, Turkey.

The European Journal of Surgery = Acta Chirurgica
|July 1, 1995
PubMed
Summary

Tuberculous mastitis is a rare breast infection. Early suspicion and treatment with conservative surgery and antituberculous drugs lead to cure.

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Area of Science:

  • Infectious Diseases
  • Oncology
  • Surgical Pathology

Background:

  • Tuberculosis of the breast, or tuberculous mastitis, is an uncommon presentation of Mycobacterium tuberculosis infection.
  • It often mimics benign or malignant breast conditions, leading to diagnostic challenges.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To review a 20-year experience with tuberculous mastitis.
  • To highlight diagnostic and management strategies for this rare condition.

Main Methods:

  • A retrospective study was conducted at a teaching hospital in Turkey.
  • Nine women diagnosed with tuberculous mastitis were included.
  • Diagnosis involved frozen section, excision, and histopathological examination.

Main Results:

  • Eight cases showed tubercle and central caseation, while one had granulomatous infiltration.
  • Most patients underwent lumpectomy, with one requiring mastectomy due to extensive disease.
  • All patients received a combination of antituberculous drugs, including rifampicin, ethambutol, and isoniazid.

Conclusions:

  • Tuberculous mastitis should be suspected in women with persistent breast abscesses or sinuses, especially in endemic areas.
  • Conservative surgical management combined with antituberculous chemotherapy is the recommended treatment approach.
  • Prompt diagnosis and treatment are crucial for favorable outcomes.

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