A 5 kg giant breast lipoma in a 40-year-old woman: a case report
Samit Sharma,
Aadesh Rayamajhi,
Abhishek Chapagain
et al.
Abstract:Introduction and Importance:
Lipomas are benign tumors composed of adipocytes surrounded by a thin fibrous capsule. Although they make up 16% of mesenchymal tumors, the occurrence of breast lipomas is uncertain. Giant lipomas, measuring 10 cm or more in diameter or weighing at least 1000 grams, commonly occur in the upper back, neck, and thigh, and are rare in the breast. Given its rarity, accurately diagnosing a giant breast lipoma is crucial to prevent potential overtreatment, as it might otherwi… Show more
“…Even for patients who have undergone complete removal of these lesions, follow-up assessments are suggested as many cases of recurrences have been reported [ 1 ] [ 10 ].…”
“…Even for patients who have undergone complete removal of these lesions, follow-up assessments are suggested as many cases of recurrences have been reported [ 1 ] [ 10 ].…”
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