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Wijetilake B, Senavirathna J, Wijesinghe A, Fernando T, Jayasuriya S, Sosai C, Nandasena M, Wijesinghe K. Primary angiosarcoma of the breast in a 21-year-old female: A case report. SAGE Open Med Case Rep 2024; 12:2050313X241255808. [PMID: 38784244 PMCID: PMC11113035 DOI: 10.1177/2050313x241255808] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/08/2024] [Accepted: 05/02/2024] [Indexed: 05/25/2024] Open
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We present a case of primary angiosarcoma, an exceedingly rare malignant breast lesion, in a 21-year-old female patient with unilateral breast enlargement. Primary angiosarcoma is an aggressive form of breast cancer with variable presentation and limited clinical experience due to the rarity of the disease. Despite an initial diagnostic challenge, this report showcases the importance of a systematic diagnostic approach and multidisciplinary management in the context of uncommon breast lesions in young patients. Our patient underwent a mastectomy followed by breast reconstruction, achieving favourable cosmetic outcomes. This case serves as a contribution to our understanding of the diagnostic considerations surrounding angiosarcoma of the breast in a young patient.
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- Bhanu Wijetilake
- Department of Surgery, Faculty of Medical Sciences, University of Sri Jayewardenepura, Kalubowila-Dehiwela, Sri Lanka
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- University Surgical Unit, Colombo South Teaching Hospital, Kalubowila-Dehiwela, Sri Lanka
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- Department of Surgery, Faculty of Medical Sciences, University of Sri Jayewardenepura, Kalubowila-Dehiwela, Sri Lanka
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- Department of Surgery, Faculty of Medical Sciences, University of Sri Jayewardenepura, Kalubowila-Dehiwela, Sri Lanka
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- Department of Pathology, Colombo South Teaching Hospital, Sri Lanka
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- Department of Surgery, Faculty of Medical Sciences, University of Sri Jayewardenepura, Kalubowila-Dehiwela, Sri Lanka
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- Department of Surgery, Faculty of Medical Sciences, University of Sri Jayewardenepura, Kalubowila-Dehiwela, Sri Lanka
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Sebastian J, T. V M, V L, Sreekumar P. Primary Angiosarcoma of Breast: a Case Series of Rare Disease. Indian J Surg Oncol 2024; 15:113-116. [PMID: 38511047 PMCID: PMC10948628 DOI: 10.1007/s13193-023-01814-9] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/06/2023] [Accepted: 08/24/2023] [Indexed: 03/22/2024] Open
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Primary angiosarcoma of breast (PAB) is a very rare disease and it accounts for only 0.05% of all malignant breast tumors. We present the clinical radiological and pathological features, treatment given, and outcome of this rare disease in our institute in a period of 5 years, aiming at contributing to the knowledge of prognostic factors of this rare disease. We report a case of PAB treated at our hospital along with 2 more cases of PAB we found on retrospective analysis. The basic criterion for inclusion in the study was the presence of histopathologically confirmed primary angiosarcoma of the breast: graded into low (G1, G2) and high (G3) grades. Surgeons must be aware about its high systemic metastatic potential, atypical presentation, and diffuse nature of infiltration so that it will be diagnosed early, and undergo a margin negative excision with reconstruction after a proper metastatic evaluation.
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- Jino Sebastian
- Department of Surgical Oncology, Kottayam Medical College, 3Rd Floor Casualty Building, Medical College, Kottayam, Kerala State India
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- Department of Surgical Oncology, Kottayam Medical College, 3Rd Floor Casualty Building, Medical College, Kottayam, Kerala State India
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- Department of Pathology, Kottayam Medical College, Kottayam, Kerala State India
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- Department of Surgical Oncology, Kottayam Medical College, 3Rd Floor Casualty Building, Medical College, Kottayam, Kerala State India
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An R, Men XJ, Ni XH, Wang WT, Wang CL. Angiosarcoma of the breast: A review. Heliyon 2024; 10:e24413. [PMID: 38318005 PMCID: PMC10839862 DOI: 10.1016/j.heliyon.2024.e24413] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/08/2023] [Revised: 12/20/2023] [Accepted: 01/08/2024] [Indexed: 02/07/2024] Open
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Breast angiosarcoma is a rare and highly aggressive malignancy with a poor prognosis. It can occur spontaneously or be associated with factors such as radiation therapy or chronic lymphedema. The etiology and pathogenesis of this disease are still unclear, the clinical symptoms and imaging findings lack specificity, and the pathological morphology is diverse, which is easy to be confused with other diseases. There is no clear guideline for surgical treatment. Although the optimal surgical approach remains unclear, the ultimate goal is surgical excision with optimal margins, which remains the primary method of treatment. In clinical practice, the choice of the surgical approach should be made by considering the tumor size, pathological type, and patient preferences. In clinical practice, the selection of surgical methods should be carried out with comprehensive consideration of tumor size, pathological types and patients' wishes. There is no clear consensus on whether radiotherapy and chemotherapy should be carried out after surgery, and its optimal program and efficacy are uncertain. This article reviews the etiology, clinical manifestations, pathological features, imaging findings, treatment, prognosis and other aspects of breast angiosarcoma, so as to strengthen clinicians' overall understanding of this disease and avoid missed diagnosis and misdiagnosis.
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- Ran An
- School of Clinical Medicine, Shandong Second Medical University, Weifang 261041, Shandong Province, China
- Department of Thyroid and Breast Surgery, Weifang People's Hospital, Weifang 261041, Shandong Province, China
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- Department of Thyroid and Breast Surgery, Weifang People's Hospital, Weifang 261041, Shandong Province, China
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- School of Clinical Medicine, Shandong Second Medical University, Weifang 261041, Shandong Province, China
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- School of Clinical Medicine, Shandong Second Medical University, Weifang 261041, Shandong Province, China
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- Department of Thyroid and Breast Surgery, Weifang People's Hospital, Weifang 261041, Shandong Province, China
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Li M, Yin K, Chen L, Shang X, Yang Q, Tian X. Primary angiosarcoma of breast: A case report and literature review. Int J Surg Case Rep 2023; 106:108219. [PMID: 37120900 PMCID: PMC10173155 DOI: 10.1016/j.ijscr.2023.108219] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/21/2023] [Revised: 03/27/2023] [Accepted: 03/29/2023] [Indexed: 05/02/2023] Open
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INTRODUCTION AND IMPORTANCE Primary angiosarcoma of breast (PAB)3 is a rare and aggressive malignancy with limited published literature. This article aims to disclose the diagnosis and treatment of this case, review previous case reports, and provide clinical experience to breast surgeons. CASE PRESENTATION A 36-year-old Asian female presented with a diffuse mass growing rapidly in her left breast. The ultrasonography (USG)4 suspected granulomatous mastitis. The core needle biopsy (CNB)5 confirmed the diagnosis of breast angiosarcoma (AS).6 She underwent mastectomy without axillary lymph node dissection (ALND)7 followed by adjuvant chemotherapy. About 11 months after mastectomy, the patient had bone metastasis. CLINICAL DISCUSSION PAB is a rare vascular neoplasia, characterized by aggressive patterns, poor prognosis, and high malignant potential. It is difficult to diagnose or differentiate only by clinical or imaging examination. Biopsy and immunohistochemical staining are the most reliable method. Mastectomy is the most common treatment. CONCLUSION PAB is a rare and malignant cancer. We should pay attention to the diffuse progressive masses in the breast of young female, and perform MRI and biopsy if necessary. Mastectomy is the only treatment known that has proven to benefit these patients. There are no evidence-based guidelines regarding treatment.
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- Min Li
- Department of Breast and Thyroid Surgery, Shandong Provincial Hospital, Shandong University, Jinan, Shandong, China.
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- Department of Pathology, Shandong Provincial Hospital, Shandong University, Jinan, Shandong, China
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- Department of Breast and Thyroid Surgery, The Second Hospital of Shandong University, Shandong University, Jinan, Shandong, China
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- Department of Breast and Thyroid Surgery, Shandong Provincial Hospital, Shandong University, Jinan, Shandong, China
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- Department of Breast and Thyroid Surgery, Shandong Provincial Hospital, Shandong University, Jinan, Shandong, China
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- Department of Breast and Thyroid Surgery, Shandong Provincial Hospital, Shandong University, Jinan, Shandong, China.
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Vohra LM, Jabeen D, Idrees R. Primary angiosarcoma of breast in an octogenarian woman: A case report with literature review. Int J Surg Case Rep 2023; 107:108163. [PMID: 37196473 DOI: 10.1016/j.ijscr.2023.108163] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/13/2023] [Revised: 04/05/2023] [Accepted: 04/06/2023] [Indexed: 05/19/2023] Open
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INTRODUCTION AND IMPORTANCE Primary breast angiosarcomas are endothelial derived breast sarcomas found in younger to middle age groups. The diagnosis of primary breast angiosarcoma in an octogenarian woman is a rare incidence. CASE PRESENTATION We report a case of 87-year-old postmenopausal woman presenting with history of lump in her right breast for four months. Ultrasound guided biopsy was performed which confirmed the diagnosis of angiosarcoma hence, subjected to simple mastectomy. She was doing quite well for one year when ultimately, she developed metastatic disease and couldn't survive more. CLINICAL DISCUSSION Microscopically, these tumours are classified into grades I, II and III. Hematogenous route has been taken for metastasis having lungs being most involved. There are limited case reports and studies that have investigated the use of adjuvant radio/chemotherapy. CONCLUSION Primary angiosarcoma of breast is a rare disease in old age group with limited treatment options which resulted in poor prognosis and early relapse.
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- Lubna M Vohra
- Department of Breast Surgery, Aga Khan University Hospital, Karachi, Pakistan
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- Department of Medical Oncology, Aga Khan University Hospital, Karachi, Pakistan.
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- Department of Pathology, Aga Khan University Hospital, Karachi, Pakistan
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Lee C, Falkner N, Kamyab R, Li R. Primary angiosarcoma of the breast in an early adolescent female. BMJ Case Rep 2023; 16:e254283. [PMID: 36858430 PMCID: PMC9980327 DOI: 10.1136/bcr-2022-254283] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 03/03/2023] Open
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Primary angiosarcoma of the breast is a rare and aggressive malignancy, which arises from endothelial cells lining blood vessels. It represents less than 0.05% of all breast cancers, and more commonly affects relatively younger individuals. Reaching the correct diagnosis may be delayed, because imaging is not typical of other breast malignancies and can mimic benign processes. Clinical presentation is variable, ranging from diffuse breast oedema to a palpable discrete mass. An early adolescent female presented to her general practitioner with a palpable breast lump on self-examination. The diagnosis of primary breast angiosarcoma was confirmed on biopsy. She underwent a complete surgical resection and adjuvant chemotherapy. She remains in remission after 3 years and is undergoing regular surveillance. Due to the rarity of this condition, there is no established clinical management protocol for this condition currently. Early detection, aggressive treatment and ongoing surveillance provide the best chance of prolonged disease-free survival.
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- Chanyang Lee
- Department of Breast Surgery, Sir Charles Gairdner Hospital, Perth, WA, Australia
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- Department of Radiology, Sir Charles Gairdner Hospital, Perth, WA, Australia
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- Department of Breast Surgery, Sir Charles Gairdner Hospital, Perth, WA, Australia
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- Department of Breast Surgery, Sir Charles Gairdner Hospital, Perth, WA, Australia
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Rincón-Riveros A, De la Peña J, Rubiano W, Olivella F, Martinez-Agüero M, Villegas VE. Primary Breast Angiosarcoma: Comparative Transcriptome Analysis. Int J Mol Sci 2022; 23:ijms232416032. [PMID: 36555675 PMCID: PMC9781631 DOI: 10.3390/ijms232416032] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/26/2022] [Revised: 11/22/2022] [Accepted: 11/24/2022] [Indexed: 12/23/2022] Open
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Primary breast angiosarcoma, with de novo appearance and not associated with exposure to radiation or lymphedema, is a rare pathology representing less than 0.05% of the neoplasms related to this organ. The pathology is characterized by its aggressiveness, poor prognosis, and difficulties in its differential diagnosis. This article reports the case of a 55-year-old white woman with no family history of cancer, with a rapidly growing mass in the left mammary gland that ulcerates and bleeds. It is confirmed as primary breast angiosarcoma by immunostaining in the tumor tissue for CD31, CD34, and FLI-1. In addition, a sample of neoplastic and healthy tissues is collected from the patient for RNA sequencing; the results are contrasted with a tissue sample from a patient with Luminal A subtype of breast cancer, as well as data from other cases of angiosarcoma available in public databases. These findings revealed a genetic profile associated with the immune and inflammatory response in the patient's sample when compared to available angiosarcoma data; these molecular patterns are consistent with other recent studies. Due to the rarity of the disease, the studies carried out on each patient contribute to the expanding knowledge of the etiology and molecular pathways that are still partially known and continue to be the subject of research. Aside from a comparative transcriptome study, this article aims to provide an update on the state of knowledge about this disease.
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- Andrés Rincón-Riveros
- Bioinformatics and Systems Biology Group, Universidad Nacional de Colombia, Bogotá 111221, Colombia
- Correspondence: (A.R.-R.); (V.E.V.); Tel.: +57-1-6012-418800 (ext. 281) (A.R.-R.); +57-1-6012-976200 (ext. 4029) (V.E.V.)
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- Servicio de Mastología, Hospital Universitario Mayor Méderi, Bogotá 111411, Colombia
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- Servicio de Mastología, Hospital Universitario Mayor Méderi, Bogotá 111411, Colombia
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- Servicio de Mastología, Hospital Universitario Mayor Méderi, Bogotá 111411, Colombia
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- Centro de Investigaciones en Microbiología y Biotecnología-UR (CIMBIUR), Facultad de Ciencias Naturales, Universidad del Rosario, Bogotá 111221, Colombia
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- Centro de Investigaciones en Microbiología y Biotecnología-UR (CIMBIUR), Facultad de Ciencias Naturales, Universidad del Rosario, Bogotá 111221, Colombia
- Correspondence: (A.R.-R.); (V.E.V.); Tel.: +57-1-6012-418800 (ext. 281) (A.R.-R.); +57-1-6012-976200 (ext. 4029) (V.E.V.)
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An R, Ma JY, Ni XH, Wang CL. Angiosarcoma of the breast with hypofibrinogenemia: A rare case report and review of the literature. Front Oncol 2022; 12:1047935. [PMID: 36439505 PMCID: PMC9698920 DOI: 10.3389/fonc.2022.1047935] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/19/2022] [Accepted: 10/19/2022] [Indexed: 05/01/2024] Open
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BACKGROUND Breast angiosarcoma is a rare malignant tumor, accounting for approximately 0.04% of all breast malignancies. Angiosarcoma of the breast with hypofibrinogenemia is even rarer and has not been described in man. Breast angiosarcoma is associated with high metastatic potential and poor prognosis, and there is no specific manifestation in imaging. At present, surgery is considered to be the only effective treatment. There is no unified standard for postoperative adjuvant radiotherapy and chemotherapy. CASE PRESENTATION A 30-year-old female patient underwent left breast mass resection under local anesthesia on May 22, 2014. Postoperative pathology showed a vasogenic tumor. On November 10, 2017, she visited us again due to left breast swelling and pain during lactation, and underwent breast mass puncture. She was diagnosed with breast hematoma and fibrinogen reduction. On November 14, 2017, mastectomy was performed under tracheal intubation and general anesthesia, and the fibrinogen gradually returned to normal after surgery. Pathological examination showed a hemangiosarcoma with hematoma formation in the left breast. According to the pathological findings and after comprehensive evaluation, the patient underwent modified radical mastectomy for left breast cancer and right axillary sentinel lymph node biopsy on December 5, 2017. The patient died on January 28, 2018 due to rupture and hemorrhage of liver cancer and hemorrhagic shock. CONCLUSION Breast angiosarcoma with hypofibrinogenemia is a rare and highly aggressive malignancy. Clinicians should be familiar with its clinicopathological features and diagnostic criteria. Multidisciplinary approach is recommended to benefit the patients.
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- Ran An
- School of Clinical Medicine, Weifang Medical University, Weifang, China
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- School of Clinical Medicine, Weifang Medical University, Weifang, China
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- School of Clinical Medicine, Weifang Medical University, Weifang, China
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- Department of Breast Surgery, Weifang People’s Hospital, Weifang, Shandong, China
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Issar P, M. R, Dewangan M, Issar AK. Primary Angiosarcoma of the Breast: A Rare Case Report in Postmenopausal Women. Indian J Radiol Imaging 2022; 32:607-610. [DOI: 10.1055/s-0042-1754358] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 10/14/2022] Open
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AbstractPrimary angiosarcoma (PAS) of the breast is a rare malignant tumor arising from endothelial cells lining the blood vessel and accounts for 0.04% of all breast tumors. It occurs predominantly in young patients usually presenting as nonspecific imaging features and is often overlooked and misdiagnosed at radiology and pathology. Angiosarcoma prognosis is generally poor; however, surgery followed by adjuvant chemotherapy and radiotherapy improves the prognosis. We report a rare case of PAS in a 65-year-old postmenopausal woman. She was diagnosed with PAS based on typical clinical, mammography, ultrasound, and magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) features followed by core biopsy of the lesion. Our case had the unique features of enlarged vessels within and surrounding the lesion in mammography, as well as in MRI, which could be very helpful for future diagnosis of this rare PAS in postmenopausal women.
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- Pratibha Issar
- Department of Radiodiagnosis, J.L.N Hospital and Research Centre, Bhilai, Chhattisgarh, India
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- Department of Pathology, J.L.N. Hospital and Research Centre, Bhilai, Chhattisgarh, India
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- Department of Surgery, J.L.N. Hospital and Research Centre, Bhilai, Chhattisgarh, India
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- Indian Institute of Technology, Kharagpur, West Midnapore District, West Bengal, India
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Perretta T, Meucci R, Serio ML, Caliandro A, Censi M, Beninati E, Collura A, Vanni G, Giacobbi E, Anemona L, Pistolese CA. Small vascular lesions of the breast diagnosed by magnetic resonance imaging‐guided vacuum assisted biopsy: Report of 2 cases. Radiol Case Rep 2022; 17:2492-2500. [PMID: 35586166 PMCID: PMC9109119 DOI: 10.1016/j.radcr.2022.03.100] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/27/2021] [Revised: 03/23/2022] [Accepted: 03/25/2022] [Indexed: 11/03/2022] Open
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Vascular lesions of the breast comprise a heterogeneous group that includes a variety of benign, atypical, and malignant lesions. These are a diagnostic challenge given variable clinical, radiological and pathological presentation, especially when they are small and asymptomatic. We present 2 cases of these rare lesions of the breast which were occult to mammographics and ultrasound studies. Both the lesions were detected only on magnetic resonance imaging, most helpful in the diagnosis of these rare tumor. Histopathological examinations following the magnetic resonance guided biopsies, were initially interpreted as negative for breast cancer in both cases. These turned out to be respectively a low grade angiosarcoma and a benign vascular lesion after a new histopathological examination following a larger magnetic resonance guided biopsies performed in light of the radiology-pathology discordance. Although rare, it is important to consider vascular tumours of the breast; radiologists need to be aware such tumors may present non-specific imaging features.
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Darre T, Djiwa T, N'Timon B, Simgban P, Tchaou M, Napo-Koura G. Breast Primary Angiosarcoma: A Clinicopathologic and Imaging Study of a Series Cases. BREAST CANCER: BASIC AND CLINICAL RESEARCH 2022; 16:11782234221086726. [PMID: 35370408 PMCID: PMC8969008 DOI: 10.1177/11782234221086726] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/30/2021] [Accepted: 02/17/2022] [Indexed: 11/30/2022] Open
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The aim of our study is to provide clinicopathologic and imaging features of breast primary angiosarcoma. We retrospectively analyzed cases of primary angiosarcoma diagnosed at the Pathological Laboratory of Lomé over a period of 20 years (2000-2019). Eight cases of primary angiosarcoma of the breast were collected, including 6 from women and 2 from men. The median age was 41.63 years (range from 17 to 66 years). Depending on the location, there were 4 of 8 cases in the left breast. Ultrasound classifications were BI-RADS 4 and 5. Histology revealed a malignant vascular proliferation composed of small lumens lined by atypical endothelial cells, evident mitoses, and foci of necrosis. On immunohistochemistry, the lesional cells expressed CD31, CD34, and Factor VIII. Based on Federation Nationale des Centers de Lutte Contre Le Cancer (FNCLCC) grading, the cases were grade II and III. Overall survival at 6 months was estimated to be 25% in a woman.
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- Tchin Darre
- Department of Pathology, University Teaching Hospital of Lomé, Lomé, Togo
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- Department of Pathology, University Teaching Hospital of Lomé, Lomé, Togo
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- Department of Imaging, University Teaching Hospital of Lomé and Kara, Kara, Togo
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- Department of Pathology, University Teaching Hospital of Lomé, Lomé, Togo
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- Department of Imaging, University Teaching Hospital of Lomé and Kara, Kara, Togo
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- Department of Pathology, University Teaching Hospital of Lomé, Lomé, Togo
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Pang FT, Lee SY, Kaur M. Primary breast angiosarcoma: a case report. THE EGYPTIAN JOURNAL OF RADIOLOGY AND NUCLEAR MEDICINE 2021. [DOI: 10.1186/s43055-021-00494-1] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/10/2022] Open
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Background
Angiosarcomas are rare and fast growing tumors that arise from vascular structures. This case report is significant because it is rare and may cause treatment delay if not considered as a differential diagnosis. Hence, we aim to inform efficient, appropriate, and evidence-based imaging practice to the benefit of patients regionally and worldwide.
Case presentation
Thirty-five-year-old lady, presented with a large left breast swelling. She had recent history of trauma to the breast which initially caused confusion regarding the possible diagnosis. Ultrasound and MRI raised high suspicion of an angiosarcoma. Patient went through embolectomy prior to mastectomy and axillary clearance. Histopathology confirmed the diagnosis of an angiosarcoma. She had no distant metastases at the time of diagnosis and the patient was treated with chemotherapy and radiotherapy. However, she returned with recurrence within 1-year duration.
Conclusion
Primary breast angiosarcomas are rare aggressive vascular tumors with generally poor prognosis and no pathognomonic signs on radiological imaging, especially mammogram. Ultrasound and MRI do help in characterizing these tumors and raising the suspicion of a vascular tumor. Ultrasound-guided biopsy is recommended to avoid unnecessary complications. In young patients with rapidly growing, highly vascular breast tumors, a differential diagnosis of primary angiosarcomas should be considered until proven otherwise.
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Mir AW, Qazi IA, Samoon N, Ahmad SZ, Batoo AJ. Primary Breast Angiosarcoma: a Case Report. Indian J Surg 2021. [DOI: 10.1007/s12262-019-01961-w] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/28/2022] Open
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Alshaar M, Alkhatib M, Sara S, Alsabek MB. Primary breast angiosarcoma resembling a common benign tumor: A case report. Ann Med Surg (Lond) 2021; 65:102281. [PMID: 33981422 PMCID: PMC8082197 DOI: 10.1016/j.amsu.2021.102281] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/15/2021] [Revised: 03/31/2021] [Accepted: 04/01/2021] [Indexed: 11/19/2022] Open
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Introduction and importance The breast angiosarcoma is a rare malignant vascular neoplasm; it represents nearly 0.05% of all breast cancers. Clinically, it could look like a haemangioma or pseudoangiomatous hyperplasia. Here, we report a case of a primary angiosarcoma of the breast (PAB) that mimics a giant fibroadenoma in physical examination and ultrasound features. Case presentation A 22 year-old woman came to our hospital complaining of a mobile non-tender mass in her right breast. It was monitored for a while until it became an 8 × 7 cm2. Past medical and family histories were unremarkable. Ultrasonography showed a well circumscribed hypoechoic lobular mass. The wide excision was performed and the pathological study showed angiosarcoma. The patient was re-operated for total mastectomy, screened for distant Metastases and followed-up closely for one year. Clinical discussion Fibroadenoma-like lesions are not uncommon and physicians should pay an attention for any breast mass even in the patient who is young and has no risk factors of the traditional breast cancer. PAB is used to be missed in the clinical practice over the world; it is extremely rare and is proved by Immunohistochemistry. The full management could be totally completed by a mastectomy with/out axillary node dissection. Conclusion The primary angisarcoma of the breast (PAB) could resemble a fibroadenoma in pre-operative investigations. In many reviews, PAB mimicked many diseases. Thus, the medical literature needs more case reports and series to identify an ideal protocol of diagnosis and management.
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- Muhammad Alshaar
- Department of Surgery, Al-Mouwassat University Hospital, Damascus University, Faculty of Medicine, Damascus, Syria
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- Department of Surgery, Al-Mouwassat University Hospital, Damascus University, Faculty of Medicine, Damascus, Syria
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- Department of Surgery, Al-Mouwassat University Hospital, Damascus University, Faculty of Medicine, Damascus, Syria
- Al-Jazzera Private University, Damascus, Syria
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- Department of Surgery, Al-Mouwassat University Hospital, Damascus University, Faculty of Medicine, Damascus, Syria
- Department of Surgery, Syrian Private University, Faculty of Medicine, Damascus, Syria
- Corresponding author. Faculty of Medicine, Damascus University, Damascus, P.O. Box: 10989, Syria.
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de Oliveira LAA, de Pádua AF, Medeiros e Melo MA, Galvão ERDCGN, Vieira MC, Ibiapina JO, Fontinele DRDS, Vieira SC. Radiation-induced angiosarcoma: case report. EINSTEIN-SAO PAULO 2020; 18:eRC5439. [PMID: 33295433 PMCID: PMC7690932 DOI: 10.31744/einstein_journal/2020rc5439] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/06/2019] [Accepted: 06/12/2020] [Indexed: 12/03/2022] Open
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Angiosarcoma of the breast accounts for less than 1% of breast tumors. This tumor may be primary or secondary to previous radiation therapy and it is also named "radiogenic angiosarcoma of the breast", which is still a rare entity with a poor prognosis. So far, there are only 307 cases reported about these tumors in the literature. We present a case of a 73-year-old woman with a prior history of breast-conserving treatment of right breast cancer, exhibiting mild pinkish skin changes in the ipsilateral breast. Her mammography was consistent with benign alterations (BI-RADS 2). On incisional biopsy specimens, hematoxylin-eosin showed atypical vascular lesion and suggested immunohistochemisty for diagnostic elucidation. Resection of the lesions was performed and histology showed radiogenic angiosarcoma. The patient underwent simple mastectomy. Immunohistochemistry was positive for antigens related to CD31 and CD34, and C-MYC oncogene amplification, confirming the diagnosis of angiosarcoma induced by breast irradiation. A delayed diagnosis is an important concern. Initial skin changes in radiogenic angiosarcoma are subtle, therefore, these alterations may be confused with other benign skin conditions such as telangiectasia. We highlight this case clinical aspects with the intention of alerting to the possibility of angiosarcoma of the breast in patients with a previous history of adjuvant radiation therapy for breast cancer treatment. Sixteen months after the surgery the patient remains asymptomatic.
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- Universidade Federal do PiauíTeresinaPIBrazilUniversidade Federal do Piauí, Teresina, PI, Brazil.
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- Ann L Brown
- From the Department of Radiology, University of Cincinnati College of Medicine, 234 Goodman St, ML 0772, Cincinnati, OH 45219
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- From the Department of Radiology, University of Cincinnati College of Medicine, 234 Goodman St, ML 0772, Cincinnati, OH 45219
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Altmışdörtoğlu Ö, Gökgöz MŞ, Yalçınkaya U, Nalca Andrieu M. A Case Report of Primary Breast Angiosarcoma: Clinical Presentation and Outcome After Adjuvant Radiotherapy. Eur J Breast Health 2020; 16:290-294. [PMID: 33062971 DOI: 10.5152/ejbh.2020.4984] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/09/2019] [Accepted: 12/30/2019] [Indexed: 11/22/2022]
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Angiosarcomas of the breast are infrequent subtypes of sarcoma that are often diagnosed after radiation therapy for primary breast cancer. Primary angiosarcomas (PAS) are rare tumors that constitute 0.04% of all malignant breast tumors. We report a case of a 40-year-old woman with a lump in the right breast and diagnosed as angiosarcoma by pathological evaluation. She underwent simple mastectomy followed by adjuvant radiation. She is alive and disease-free for 66 months although tumor size was large and one surgical margin was tumor positive. Breast angiosarcoma is often in advanced stage at diagnosis and tends to recur locally. Although surgical methods constitute the primary treatment, we believe that a multidisciplinary treatment strategy should be used in high-risk patients with large primary tumors and tumor positive margins.
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- Özgür Altmışdörtoğlu
- Department of Radiation Oncology, Near East University School of Medicine, Nicosia, Turkish Republic of Northern Cyprus
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- Department of Pathology, Uludağ University School of Medicine, Bursa, Turkey
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- Department of Radiation Oncology, Near East University School of Medicine, Nicosia, Turkish Republic of Northern Cyprus
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Hatfield J, McClelland S, Luo J, Degnin C, Chen Y, Maggiore RJ, Mitin T. Management of Localized Breast Angiosarcoma by North American Radiation and Medical Oncologists. Clin Breast Cancer 2018; 18:498-503. [PMID: 30482726 DOI: 10.1016/j.clbc.2018.09.009] [Citation(s) in RCA: 4] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/08/2018] [Revised: 08/16/2018] [Accepted: 09/24/2018] [Indexed: 11/18/2022]
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INTRODUCTION Primary breast angiosarcoma is a rare malignancy with no clinical trials to guide management. The current use of surgery, chemotherapy, and radiotherapy among North American oncologists is unknown. PATIENTS AND METHODS An institutional review board-approved anonymous electronic survey was distributed to 9660 practicing North American radiation and medical oncologists. Questions pertained to treatment recommendations for localized nonmetastatic primary breast angiosarcoma, as well as knowledge/use of β-blockers in angiosarcoma. The Fisher exact test was used to compare responses of medical and radiation oncologists. RESULTS Surgery was recommended by 95% of all respondents. Chemotherapy was recommended by over half of medical and radiation oncologists. Radiotherapy was recommended by 92% of radiation and 56% of medical oncologists. The most common treatment recommendation was a trimodal treatment, with up-front surgery followed by adjuvant chemotherapy, then by adjuvant radiotherapy. Twenty-two percent of respondents were aware of clinical data pertaining to the use of β-blockers in management of angiosarcoma, and among these respondents 69% were comfortable incorporating this treatment into standard practice. CONCLUSION Trimodal management of primary localized breast angiosarcoma is supported by North American radiation and medical oncologists, with the majority recommending up-front surgery followed by adjuvant chemotherapy and radiation. The recently published reports of successful use of β-blockers are not yet known among North American clinicians, but there is a great enthusiasm to incorporate these commonly prescribed medications into standard practice. These findings may greatly influence the standard of care for breast angiosarcoma treatment, particularly given the absence of Level I-supported evidence.
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- Jess Hatfield
- Department of Radiation Medicine, Oregon Health and Science University, Portland, OR
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- Department of Radiation Medicine, Oregon Health and Science University, Portland, OR
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- Department of Medicine, Oregon Health and Science University, Portland, OR
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- Biostatistics Shared Resource, Oregon Health and Science University, Portland, OR
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- Biostatistics Shared Resource, Oregon Health and Science University, Portland, OR
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- Department of Medicine, University of Rochester Medical Center, Rochester, NY
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- Department of Radiation Medicine, Oregon Health and Science University, Portland, OR.
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RATIONALE As a very rare vascular tumor, breast angiosarcoma (AS) can be divided into primary and second breast AS. However, the latter is slightly more commonly detected in clinical practice. Radiation post mastectomy is the common cause for the secondary breast AS, and although there are other reasons, it is still quite rare. In the present study, we reported a rare case of breast AS and summarized the relevant literatures so that to conduce to diagnose AS. PATIENT CONCERNS A 50-year-old female with a history of right breast neoplasm was treated with repeat lumpectomy for 4 times during 8 years. DIAGNOSES Mammogram and ultrasound examination demonstrated a possible malignancy (BIRADS-4B and BI-RADS-4C, respectively). Immunohistochemically positive for endothelial markers CD31, CD34, ERG, and FVIII-R-Ag. INTERVENTIONS The patient underwent a right mastectomy with sentinel lymph node biopsy by our multidisciplinary team and no other therapy was given postsurgery. OUTCOMES The patient had no recurrence after 3 months. LESSONS Based on our findings, we concluded that repeated resection might be a risk factor for the breast AS, especially for a gradual pathological evolution from benign to malignant. This case showed a very rare cause for angiomatosis of breast, and the patient had a successful outcome after a simple mastectomy.
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Abbad F, Idrissi NC, Fatih B, Fakhir B, Drissi J, Khouchani M, Rais H. Primary breast angiosarcoma: a rare presentation of rare tumor - case report. BMC Clin Pathol 2017; 17:17. [PMID: 28855848 PMCID: PMC5576236 DOI: 10.1186/s12907-017-0055-y] [Citation(s) in RCA: 6] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.9] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/14/2017] [Accepted: 08/21/2017] [Indexed: 12/29/2022] Open
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BACKGROUND Primary breast angiosarcoma is defined as malignant proliferation showing endothelial differentiation. It is a very rare tumour (0.05% of primary mammary cancers), whose diagnosis can be difficult. CASE PRESENTATION We report the observation of a patient with no previous history, aged 27 years. The clinical examination finds a right breast discreetly increased in volume. The trucut biopsy was in favour of a lactating tubular adenoma. However, an immunohistochemical complement was requested. An absence of pancytokeratin labelling contrasted with strong expression of CD31, CD34 (endothelial markers) are described. The proliferation index (Ki67) was estimated at 30%. This led to the conclusion that the phenotypic aspect is related to a vascular proliferation that evokes an angiosarcoma. After a multidisciplinary assessment, the patient benefited from an enlarged excision of the tumour. The histopathological examination of the surgical specimen found an infiltrating mesenchymal proliferation made of vessels of variable sizes anastomosed to vascular slits with lesional limits. The immunohistochemical examination on the surgical specimen showed to the same phenotypic profile on biopsy. The final diagnosis was a high-grade mammary angiosarcoma of incomplete excision. The patient refused any additional surgical management; external radiotherapy and close supervision were prescribed. After eight months of evolution, no local or remote recurrence was reported. CONCLUSION Primary breast angiosarcoma is a mesenchymal malignant tumour of rare vascular origin. Our observation is peculiar by the absence of any prior radiotherapy, its clinical presentation, its morpho-phenotypic characteristics, its management and its evolutive aspects.
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- Fayçal Abbad
- Pathology department - Ar Razi Hospital, UCH Mohammed VI, Marrakech, Morocco
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- Gyneco-obstetric surgery department, Mother-Child Hospital, UCH Mohammed VI, Marrakech, Morocco
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- Gyneco-obstetric surgery department, Mother-Child Hospital, UCH Mohammed VI, Marrakech, Morocco
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- Oncology and radiotherapy department - Oncology and haematology center, CHU Mohammed VI, Marrakech, Morocco
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- Oncology and radiotherapy department - Oncology and haematology center, CHU Mohammed VI, Marrakech, Morocco
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- Pathology department - Ar Razi Hospital, UCH Mohammed VI, Marrakech, Morocco
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Aljohani B, Al-Twajeri T, Alameer A, Alzaydi T, Alawwad S, Anwar I, Alshabanh M, Tulba A, Almalik O. Clinicopathological features of breast angiosarcoma: A 16-years single-institution experience. Int J Surg Case Rep 2017; 37:211-215. [PMID: 28704748 PMCID: PMC5508620 DOI: 10.1016/j.ijscr.2017.06.040] [Citation(s) in RCA: 4] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.6] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/03/2017] [Revised: 06/15/2017] [Accepted: 06/17/2017] [Indexed: 11/10/2022] Open
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BACKGROUND Breast Angiosarcoma is a rare type of malignancy arising from endothelial cells lining blood vessels, accounting for 1% of all soft tissue breast tumors. This retrospective study describes the clinical pathological features and clinical management and outcomes of a series of 5 patients with primary and secondary Angiosarcoma of the breast present to King Faisal Specialty Hospital and Research Center during the last 16 years. METHODS A retrospective review of our institution's pathology database was conducted and all patients who had a pathologically confirmed breast angiosarcoma were included in this study. The patient's data, including demographic characteristics, pathological features, clinical management history and clinical outcomes were collected. RESULTS Five patients were diagnosed with Breast Angiosarcoma (one secondary and four primary cases). The median age of patients with primary angiosarcoma was 22 years (range 13-25 years). All primary cases were presented late as post-excisional biopsy at local hospitals. Median tumor size was 6cm (range 4.0-17.0cm). All primary angiosarcoma patients had total mastectomy. Three-year disease-free survival (DFS) of patients with primary angiosarcoma was 25%. 5-year surviving rate of primary angiosarcoma was 50%. Recurrence was observed in three of the patients with primary Angiosarcoma and in the case of post irradiation Angiosarcoma. CONCLUSIONS Our study demonstrates that Breast Angiosarcoma exhibits high recurrence and mortality rates. Early detection, small tumor size, and clear surgical margins seem to be crucial factors for survival. Mastectomy with adequate tumor margin is recommended and close long-term follow-up is of utmost importance. Surgery for local recurrence may be potentially curative.
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- Badria Aljohani
- Department of General Surgery, King Faisal Specialist Hospital and Research Centre, Riyadh, Saudi Arabia.
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- Department of Medical Oncology, King Faisal Specialist Hospital and Research Centre, Riyadh, Saudi Arabia
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- Department of General Surgery, King Faisal Specialist Hospital and Research Centre, Riyadh, Saudi Arabia
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- Department of General Surgery, King Faisal Specialist Hospital and Research Centre, Riyadh, Saudi Arabia
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- Department of General Surgery, King Faisal Specialist Hospital and Research Centre, Riyadh, Saudi Arabia
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- Department of General Surgery, King Faisal Specialist Hospital and Research Centre, Riyadh, Saudi Arabia
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- Department of Radiation Oncology, King Faisal Specialist Hospital and Research Centre, Riyadh, Saudi Arabia
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- Department of Pathology, King Faisal Specialist Hospital and Research Centre, Riyadh, Saudi Arabia
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- Department of General Surgery, King Faisal Specialist Hospital and Research Centre, Riyadh, Saudi Arabia
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