Pagets disease of uncertain origin: case report
2007
Paget's Disease of Uncertain Origin: A Case Report
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Author Information
Author(s): Subramanian Ashok, Birch Hilary, McAvinchey Rita, Stacey-Clear Adam
Primary Institution: East Surrey Hospital
Conclusion
This case details a case of Paget's disease of uncertain origin following mastectomy and reconstruction.
Supporting Evidence
- Paget's disease of the nipple occurs in 1-4% of all female breast carcinoma cases.
- The majority of Paget's disease cases are associated with invasive disease.
- Histology revealed high grade DCIS with foci of invasive carcinoma in the patient.
Takeaway
A woman had a skin problem after breast surgery, and doctors found it was a rare condition called Paget's disease, even though she didn't have the usual tissue it comes from.
Methodology
The patient underwent a mastectomy and latissimus dorsi flap reconstruction, followed by histological examination and immunostaining.
Limitations
The exact pathogenesis of Paget's disease in this case remains unclear due to the absence of typical underlying tissue.
Participant Demographics
A 39-year-old female patient.
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