Malignant melanoma of the breast: a case report and review of the literature

Tumori. 2013 Jan-Feb;99(1):e11-3. doi: 10.1177/030089161309900125.

Abstract

Primary breast melanoma is a rare entity that on routine histology may be mistaken for triple-negative breast cancer. A high degree of clinical suspicion is necessary to make this diagnosis. This case report describes the presentation and treatment of primary breast melanoma.

Publication types

  • Case Reports
  • Review

MeSH terms

  • Antineoplastic Agents / administration & dosage
  • Breast Neoplasms / diagnosis*
  • Breast Neoplasms / pathology
  • Breast Neoplasms / therapy*
  • Diagnosis, Differential
  • Female
  • Humans
  • Indoles / administration & dosage
  • Lung Neoplasms / secondary
  • Lymph Node Excision
  • Lymphatic Metastasis
  • Mastectomy, Modified Radical
  • Melanoma / diagnosis*
  • Melanoma / pathology
  • Melanoma / therapy*
  • Middle Aged
  • Neoplasm Staging
  • Radiotherapy, Adjuvant
  • Sulfonamides / administration & dosage
  • Vemurafenib

Substances

  • Antineoplastic Agents
  • Indoles
  • Sulfonamides
  • Vemurafenib