Title of article :
Ovarian Cancer and Breast Metastases: A Diagnostic Dilemma
Author/Authors :
Kridis, Wala Ben Department of Medical Oncology - Habib Bourguiba Hospital - University of Sfax - Sfax - Tunisia , Sghaier, Syrine Department of Medical Oncology - Habib Bourguiba Hospital - University of Sfax - Sfax - Tunisia , Charfi, Slim Department of Pathology - Habib Bourguiba Hospital - University of Sfax - Sfax - Tunisia , Toumi, Nabil Department of Medical Oncology - Habib Bourguiba Hospital - University of Sfax - Sfax - Tunisia , Chaabène, Kais Department of Gynecology - Hedi Chaker Hospital - University of Sfax - Sfax - Tunisia , Boudawara, Tahia Department of Pathology - Habib Bourguiba Hospital - University of Sfax - Sfax - Tunisia , Khanfir, Afef Department of Medical Oncology - Habib Bourguiba Hospital - University of Sfax - Sfax - Tunisia
Abstract :
Metastases of ovarian carcinoma to the breast are uncommon. The incidence of ovarian metastasis to the breast ranges from 0.5% to 1.2%. Nevertheless, its detection and distinction from other primaries, especially primary breast carcinoma, is important as treatment and prognosis differ significantly. We report the case of a 38-year-old Tunisian woman with bilateral metastases to breast from ovarian carcinoma. Through a review of literature, we discuss the clinical, radiological and histological characteristics of ovarian metastases to the breast.
Keywords :
Breast , Diagnosis , Metastases , Ovarian cancer
Journal title :
Archives of Iranian Medicine
