Giant Fibroadenoma Mimicking Phyllodes

Abstract

Fibroadenoma which is more than 5 cm is called giant fibroadenoma.The giant fibroadenoma is an uncommon variant (4%) of fibroadenoma characterized by rapid growth. Giant fibroadenoma can distort the shape of breast and causes asymmetry, so it should be excised. Fortunately, majority of these tumours can be completely excised, preserving the nipple and areola, as was done in our patient. We report a case of giant fibroadenoma in 18years old female, which distorted the shape of breast and was mimicking phyllodes.

Keywords

• breast
• giant fibroadenoma
• phyllodes tumour