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Inflammatory pseudotumor of the breast
1Department of Anatomical Pathology, University of Natal School of Medicine, Durban, South Africa.
Pathology
|August 1, 1997
Summary
Inflammatory pseudotumors (IP), also known as plasma cell granulomas, can occur in various locations. This study highlights three breast cases, focusing on their distinct histological features in this uncommon site.
Area of Science:
- Pathology
- Oncology
- Surgical Pathology
Background:
- Inflammatory pseudotumors (IP) are increasingly recognized lesions appearing in diverse anatomical sites.
- This condition is known by numerous synonyms, including plasma cell granuloma, inflammatory myofibroblastic tumor, and xanthogranuloma.
- While IP can affect various organs, occurrence in the breast is relatively uncommon.