From Plasmacytoma to Rib Tuberculosis: The Case of A Breast Mass With An Unexpected Diagnosis

From Plasmacytoma to Rib Tuberculosis: The Case of A Breast Mass With An Unexpected Diagnosis

Tuberculosis (TB) of the rib is an uncommon manifestation of extrapulmonary TB that can pose significant diagnostic challenges, especially when presenting as a breast mass. We report the case of a 74-year-old woman who presented with a left breast lump, initially suspected to be a plasmacytoma due t...

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Main Authors: Hafedh Abbassi, Badra Bannour, Sarra Yacoub, Ekram Guerbej, Imen Bannour, Samir Hidar, Moncef Mokni
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: Galenos Publishing House 2025-01-01
Series:European Journal of Breast Health
Subjects:
breast disease
plasmocytoma
surgery
tuberculosis
Online Access:https://www.eurjbreasthealth.com/articles/from-plasmacytoma-to-rib-tuberculosis-the-case-of-a-breast-mass-with-an-unexpected-diagnosis/doi/ejbh.galenos.2024.2024-10-6

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