Occult breast cancer may originate from ectopic breast tissue present in axillary lymph nodes

ConclusionIt is important to distinguish between “primary” OBC in ALNs and “metastatic” OBC from micro-primary breast tumor. Further studies are required to determine if omission of mastectomy and WBRT is acceptable.

Source: Breast Cancer Research and Treatment - October 15, 2018 Category: Cancer & Oncology Source Type: research