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World J Clin Cases. Nov 26, 2023; 11(33): 8044-8049
Published online Nov 26, 2023. doi: 10.12998/wjcc.v11.i33.8044
Published online Nov 26, 2023. doi: 10.12998/wjcc.v11.i33.8044
Granular cell tumor of the breast: A case report and review of literature
Jun Yan, Department of Breast Surgery, The University of Hong Kong - Shenzhen Hospital, Shenzhen 518000, Guangdong Province, China
Author contributions: Yan J performed this research, reviewed the articles and wrote the manuscript.
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Corresponding author: Jun Yan, MD, Doctor, Surgeon, Department of Breast Surgery, The University of Hong Kong - Shenzhen Hospital, No. 1 Haiyuan 1st Road, Futian District, Shenzhen 518000, Guangdong Province, China. yanj@hku-szh.org
Received: August 21, 2023
Peer-review started: August 21, 2023
First decision: August 30, 2023
Revised: September 26, 2023
Accepted: November 13, 2023
Article in press: November 13, 2023
Published online: November 26, 2023
Processing time: 94 Days and 18.3 Hours
Peer-review started: August 21, 2023
First decision: August 30, 2023
Revised: September 26, 2023
Accepted: November 13, 2023
Article in press: November 13, 2023
Published online: November 26, 2023
Processing time: 94 Days and 18.3 Hours
Core Tip
Core Tip: Granular cell tumor of the breast is a rare neoplasm that can exhibit malignant characteristics both clinically and radiologically. This tumor can also coexist and colocalize with breast carcinoma. This could result in the potential misdiagnosis of breast carcinoma and overtreatment of patients. We report a patient with this tumor and discuss the methods of diagnosis and treatment. As manifestations of the disease and malignancy can mimic each other, a careful histological examination is essential before major surgery. Complete excision with close clinical follow-up is recommended.