INTRODUCTION Breast carcinoma is one of the most common types of malignant tumors in females. The breast is the second most common cancer site after cervix uteri in the human female body. [1] The management of breast diseases needs a well-planned, coordinated strategy, not only in the treatment, but also…
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By: Dr. Swapan Samanta
A 47-year-old female presented with recent weight loss, loss of appetite and general weakness. Left supraclavicular nodules were palpable and aspiration smears were inconclusive. Trucut biopsy from the lesion confirmed…
By: Dr. Pragnesh Vachharajani, MBBS, PGDMCH
Any lump in the chest or axilla should be examined properly. Especially in females, breast examination is a must when an axillary lump is found. Even if tests are found negative for anything, regular screening is a must. All females above 40 years of age should be subjected to mammography at least…
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Quick Case: Pilomatric Carcinoma Presenting as Huge Scapular Swelling with Bone Destruction
By: Dr. Swapan Samanta
Read more »A 74-year-old male presented with a subcutaneous small cystic subcutaneous nodule, just medial to the right shoulder joint, measuring 2.5 cm in diameter. An attempt to excise the nodule resulted in partial removal, rupture and secondary infection, resulting in…