Vulva Fibroadenoma Associated with Lactating Adenoma in a 26-Year-Old Nigerian Female

Background. Vulva lactating adenoma is rare and may be misdiagnosed as adenocarcinoma in frozen section and aspiration cytology if breast tissue is not anticipated. Objective. To raise the awareness of lactating vulva ectopic breast lesion among clinicians and pathologists. Case Report. We present a...

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Main Authors: C. C. Anunobi, F. J. N. Obiajulu, A. A. F. Banjo, A. O. E. Okonkwo
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: Wiley 2013-01-01
Series:Case Reports in Pathology
Online Access:http://dx.doi.org/10.1155/2013/195703
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Summary:Background. Vulva lactating adenoma is rare and may be misdiagnosed as adenocarcinoma in frozen section and aspiration cytology if breast tissue is not anticipated. Objective. To raise the awareness of lactating vulva ectopic breast lesion among clinicians and pathologists. Case Report. We present a case of vulva fibroadenoma associated with lactating adenoma in a 26-year-old Nigerian female. Conclusion. The rarity of vulva ectopic breast tissue can present a diagnostic challenge for both the clinician and the anatomical pathologist. Once excisional biopsy is done and the lesion confirmed histologically, the anxious patient can be reassured.
ISSN:2090-6781
2090-679X