Breast Metastasis from Gastric Signet-Ring Cell Carcinoma
Author Information
Author(s): C. Parrell Soler, A. Palacios Marqués, L. Saco López, R. Bermejo De las Heras, S. Pertusa Martínez
Primary Institution: Hospital Marina Baixa
Conclusion
The breast metastasis from gastric signet-ring cell carcinoma responded well to chemotherapy initially, but the cancer progressed and became irreversible, leading to the patient's death.
Supporting Evidence
- Metastatic tumors in the breast are rare, constituting 0.5% to 6% of all breast malignancies.
- The patient had a history of gastric signet-ring carcinoma and underwent multiple surgeries.
- The breast metastasis initially responded to chemotherapy but progressed to peritoneal dissemination.
Takeaway
A woman with stomach cancer had a lump in her breast, which turned out to be cancer that spread from her stomach. Even though treatment helped at first, the cancer got worse, and she sadly passed away.
Methodology
The case involved a core needle biopsy and histopathological examination of the breast lesion.
Limitations
The study is based on a single case report, limiting generalizability.
Participant Demographics
A 37-year-old woman.
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