Abstract:Phyllodes tumors are a rare fibroepithelial neoplasm of the breast occurring in approximately 2.1 in every 1 million women with no clear predilection for women of specific races. They are characterized by spindleshaped stromal cells with increased stromal cellularity and increased mitotic activity. The histologic characteristics are similar to that of cellular fibroadenomas making them frequently difficult to differentiate on core biopsy. We present a case of an 82-year-old female with a right breast mass whic… Show more
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