Abstract
Inflammatory breast cancer (IBC) is a rare and aggressive form of breast cancer that occurs in 1% to 4% of all women presenting with breast cancer. IBC affects a relatively young patient population, ranging from 45 to 55 years of age, whereas non-IBC usually affects women older than 55 years.1 The standard breast cancer risk factors do not apply to IBC tumors. Women of African American, North African, and Middle Eastern origin are at greater risk of developing IBC compared with the general population. Otherwise, there are no known risk factors specific to IBC.1 Despite being relatively rare, the rapid rate of progression of this aggressive form of breast cancer makes it important for the practicing radiologist to be familiar with IBC and its presentation. This article reviews the clinical, imaging and histologic presentations of IBC and its differential diagnosis, management, and outcomes.
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