Common lesion in rare site - giant epidermoid cyst breast.

Dr. P.Prabhakar; Dr. A.BALASUBRAMANI; Prof.R.Kannan

Volume : IX, Issue : II, February - 2020

Common lesion in rare site - giant epidermoid cyst breast.

Dr. P. Prabhakar, Dr. A. Balasubramani, Prof. R. Kannan

Abstract :

Introduction: Epidermoid cysts are benign lesion and can occur anywhere in the body . More common in head, neck ,trunk and extremities . Occurence in the east is rare. Infection and malignant transformation are possible potential risk. Fewer than 60 cases reported in the literature. Due to rarity of this east giant epidermoid cyst we are presenting here. Case report : we report a 40 year old female presented with lump in the right east for 1 year . On examination, 12cm*10cm lump in the right east occupying all quadrants. Epidermoid cyst was diagnosed on ultrasound and confirmed with Fine needle aspiration.Excision done . Histopathology revealed it as epidermoid cyst. Conclusion: Excision of all epidermoid cysts in the east is usually recommended for definitive histopathological diagnosis and so as to exclude a malignant lesion with benign features and to prevent potential complications .