Invasive Breast Carcinoma of No Special Type Arising in Supernumerary (Accessory) Axillary Breast Tissue: A Rare Presentation and Diagnostic Challenge

Supernumerary breast tissue is a rare congenital anomaly that typically arises along the "milk line," which extends from the armpit to the groin. Though often benign, supernumerary breasts can be a site for malignancy, including invasive breast carcinoma. This case report describes the diagnosis and management of a patient who developed invasive breast carcinoma in her supernumerary axillary breast tissue, highlighting the importance of early detection and thorough investigation of any breast-related abnormalities, even in accessory tissue.

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Zenodo (CERN European Organization for Nuclear Research)
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2025-12-31
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https://doi.org/10.5281/zenodo.17865782
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Cancer and Skin Lesions
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Invasive Breast Carcinoma of No Special Type Arising in Supernumerary (Accessory) Axillary Breast Tissue: A Rare Presentation and Diagnostic Challenge

Zenodo (CERN European Organization for Nuclear Research)
Cancer and Skin Lesions
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Invasive Breast Carcinoma of No Special Type Arising in Supernumerary (Accessory) Axillary Breast Tissue: A Rare Presentation and Diagnostic Challenge

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Abstract

Supernumerary breast tissue is a rare congenital anomaly that typically arises along the "milk line," which extends from the armpit to the groin. Though often benign, supernumerary breasts can be a site for malignancy, including invasive breast carcinoma. This case report describes the diagnosis and management of a patient who developed invasive breast carcinoma in her supernumerary axillary breast tissue, highlighting the importance of early detection and thorough investigation of any breast-related abnormalities, even in accessory tissue.

Zenodo (CERN European Organization for Nuclear Research)
Sidi Mohamed Ben Abdellah University (MA)
Good health and well-being
Openalex Percentile: Top 27%
Cancer and Skin Lesions
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