An Interesting Case of Breast Implant-Associated Anaplastic Large Cell Lymphoma

Abstract

Breast Implant-Associated Anaplastic Large Cell Lymphoma (BIA-ALCL) is a T-cell non-Hodgkins lymphoma that is a rare complication seen with textured breast implants. We describe the case of a 49-year-old woman with a past medical history of stage IIA infiltrating ductal carcinoma of the right breast status post bilateral mastectomy followed by chemotherapy and radiation therapy. The patient subsequently had textured implants bilaterally placed. Thirteen years later, she presented with right breast soreness with edema; pathology confirmed BIA-ALCL.