Fibromatosis associated with silicone breast implant: ultrasonography and MR imaging findings

Breast J. 2014 Nov-Dec;20(6):645-9. doi: 10.1111/tbj.12340. Epub 2014 Sep 23.

Abstract

Desmoid type fibromatosis is an uncommon benign disease entity of which its etiology is currently unknown. It constitutes 0.3% of all solid neoplasms, but it is rarely seen in the breast and even more scarcely reported to develop in association with breast implant. We present ultrasonography and magnetic resonance imaging findings of a 29-year-old female patient with fibromatosis after breast implant surgery. Knowledge of imaging findings of breast fibromatosis associated with implant will be helpful for accurate diagnosis and appropriate management.

Keywords: breast implant; desmoid tumor; extraabominal fibromatosis; fibromatosis; magnetic resonance; ultrasonography.

Publication types

  • Case Reports

MeSH terms

  • Adult
  • Breast Implants / adverse effects*
  • Breast Neoplasms / diagnostic imaging
  • Breast Neoplasms / etiology*
  • Breast Neoplasms / pathology*
  • Female
  • Fibroma / diagnostic imaging
  • Fibroma / etiology*
  • Fibroma / pathology*
  • Humans
  • Magnetic Resonance Imaging*
  • Silicones
  • Ultrasonography

Substances

  • Silicones