Neuroendocrine Carcinoma of Breast: A Rare Case Vignette
Neuroendocrine tumour of breast is an extremely rare condition. It may present as focal neuroendocrine differentiation with other histological subtypes of breast cancer or primary neuroendocrine tumour of breast or a metastatic foci in breast. There are no radiologic or clinical signs specific to...
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| Format: | Article |
| Language: | English |
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JCDR Research and Publications Private Limited
2013-11-01
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| Series: | Journal of Clinical and Diagnostic Research |
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| Online Access: | https://jcdr.net/articles/PDF/3621/50-%207051_E(C)_F(T)_PF1(PUH)_PFA(PP).pdf |
| Summary: | Neuroendocrine tumour of breast is an extremely rare condition. It may present as focal neuroendocrine differentiation with other histological
subtypes of breast cancer or primary neuroendocrine tumour of breast or a metastatic foci in breast. There are no radiologic or clinical signs
specific to this subtype. With rarity of its occurrence and absence of randomised trials regarding neuroendocrine tumour of breast, very little
is known about the behaviour, prognosis and proper management of this condition. Only the available case reports suggests the necessary
strategies for optimal management of this minimally explored medical condition. |
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| ISSN: | 2249-782X 0973-709X |