Granular cell tumor of the breast during lactation: A case report and review of the literature

Qian,Xiajing; Chen,Yiding; Wan,Fang

doi:10.3892/ol.2014.2563

Granular cell tumor of the breast during lactation: A case report and review of the literature

Authors:
- Xiajing Qian
- Yiding Chen
- Fang Wan
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Affiliations: Ningbo Medical Treatment Center, Lihuili Hospital, Ningbo, Zhejiang 315000, P.R. China, Department of Surgery, Women's Hospital, School of Medicine, Zhejiang University, Hangzhou, Zhejiang 310006, P.R. China
Published online on: September 25, 2014 https://doi.org/10.3892/ol.2014.2563
Pages: 2565-2568

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Abstract

Granular cell tumor of the breast (GCTB) is a rare tumor, particularly in lactating women. This tumor can clinically and radiologically mimic breast carcinoma, which poses particular problems. The association between GCTB and sex hormones should receive particular attention. The present study reports a case of GCTB in a lactating patient. In this tsudy, the case of a 29‑year old female who presented with a mass in the right breast is decribed. Immunohistochemical and cytological analysis revealed a GCT and subsequently wide local excision was performed. At 15 months following surgery, the patient is well and no tumor recurrence has been identified. A comprehensive review of the literature was also performed to assess and compare all cases of GCTB, with particular attention to hyperestrogenic and hyperprolactinemic states. Further studies are required to explore the association between granular cell tumors and hyperestrogenic and hyperprolactinemic states.

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