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Nipple adenoma, a rare benign tumor in accessory breasts: A case report

  • Authors:
    • Rawa M. Ali
    • Abdulwahid M. Salih
    • Lana R.a. Pshtiwan
    • Abdullah A. Qadir
    • Hiwa O. Baba
    • Ari M. Abdullah
    • Halkawt Omer Ali
    • Hardi M. Dhahir
    • Rebaz O. Mohammed
    • Fahmi H. Kakamad
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  • Published online on: June 18, 2024     https://doi.org/10.3892/wasj.2024.255
  • Article Number: 40
  • Copyright : © Ali et al. This is an open access article distributed under the terms of Creative Commons Attribution License [CC BY 4.0].

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Abstract

Nipple adenoma, an uncommon benign tumor, typically appears between the fourth and fifth decades of life, occasionally manifesting in accessory breasts. The embryonic mammary ridges give rise to accessory breasts along the milk line, and the lack of involution results in supernumerary breasts, including accessory nipples. This study aims to report a case of adenoma originating from an accessory breast nipple. The present study describes the case of a 23‑year‑old female patient who presented with right axillary discomfort and swelling. A physical examination revealed a tender, non‑inflamed lump. A breast ultrasonography revealed features compatible with an accessory nipple, confirmed by excisional biopsy revealing adenoma. Throughout the 4‑month follow‑up period, no signs of recurrence were observed. Although rare, accessory breast tissue can harbor neoplasms, with nipple adenoma posing a diagnostic challenge often confounded with Paget's disease. Histologically, nipple adenomas exhibit diverse patterns, emphasizing the importance of a precise diagnosis. Adenoma of the accessory nipples is a rare condition that necessitates proper clinical assessment. Surgical excision remains the standard, yielding favorable outcomes.
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Ali RM, Salih AM, Pshtiwan LR, Qadir AA, Baba HO, Abdullah AM, Omer Ali H, Dhahir HM, Mohammed RO, Kakamad FH, Kakamad FH, et al: Nipple adenoma, a rare benign tumor in accessory breasts: A case report. World Acad Sci J 6: 40, 2024.
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Ali, R.M., Salih, A.M., Pshtiwan, L.R., Qadir, A.A., Baba, H.O., Abdullah, A.M. ... Kakamad, F.H. (2024). Nipple adenoma, a rare benign tumor in accessory breasts: A case report. World Academy of Sciences Journal, 6, 40. https://doi.org/10.3892/wasj.2024.255
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Ali, R. M., Salih, A. M., Pshtiwan, L. R., Qadir, A. A., Baba, H. O., Abdullah, A. M., Omer Ali, H., Dhahir, H. M., Mohammed, R. O., Kakamad, F. H."Nipple adenoma, a rare benign tumor in accessory breasts: A case report". World Academy of Sciences Journal 6.5 (2024): 40.
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Ali, R. M., Salih, A. M., Pshtiwan, L. R., Qadir, A. A., Baba, H. O., Abdullah, A. M., Omer Ali, H., Dhahir, H. M., Mohammed, R. O., Kakamad, F. H."Nipple adenoma, a rare benign tumor in accessory breasts: A case report". World Academy of Sciences Journal 6, no. 5 (2024): 40. https://doi.org/10.3892/wasj.2024.255