Abstract
Background: Malignancy of the breast is one of the commonest lesions of the breast. Amongst the infective lesions tuberculosis has now become a common occurrence especially in the developing world. However, co-existence of the two in the same breast is extremely rare. Introduction: Since both of these lesions have a different natural history, co-existence of tuberculosis and malignancy poses a diagnostic dilemma to both the surgeon and the pathologist. Awareness of the co-existence of the two lesions in the same patient is pivotal for early diagnosis and planning the management. Case Report: In view of its rarity, a case of coexistence of the two diseases in the same beast is reported in order to create an awareness of their co-existence. Discussion: The diagnostic implications and management are discussed. Conclusion: Awareness of the co-existence of these divergent pathological conditions is essential for early diagnosis and planning of an accurate treatment protocol.
Highlights
Tuberculosis is one of the commonest chronic infections affecting primarily the lungs, lymph nodes and intestines
Tuberculosis of the breast is traditionally described as a great masquerader [1]-[4]
A scarred breast or a grossly deformed nipple areola complex as was seen in the case presented should raise the suspicion of tuberculosis
Summary
Tuberculosis is one of the commonest chronic infections affecting primarily the lungs, lymph nodes and intestines. Tuberculosis of the breast once an uncommon disease is becoming common especially in the developing countries [1]. Concomitant upsurgence in the incidence of malignancy of the breast is by itself a problem confronting surgeons. Coexistence of both the lesions in the same breast is extremely uncommon. It may pose a diagnostic dilemma to the surgeon. Awareness of coexistence of these two lesions is pivotal in avoiding delay in commencing treatment thereby reducing the morbidity and mortality associ-. (2015) Coexistence of Carcinoma and Tuberculosis in the Breast: A Rarity. A case of coexistence of both tuberculosis and malignancy in same breast is presented here along with a review of literature
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