Case 256: Breast Implant-associated Anaplastic Large-Cell Lymphoma

Abstract

History A 57-year-old woman presented with right breast swelling and enlargement and a palpable mass in the right lower inner breast. There was no history of fever, trauma, skin redness, or nipple discharge. The patient had a history of breast augmentation, with retropectoral silicone implants placed 2.5 years ago. Screening mammography (images not shown) 7 months prior revealed bilateral breast implants but no other abnormality. Mammography and US of the right breast were performed at the initial evaluation. Subsequently, fluorine 18 fluorodeoxyglucose PET/CT and MRI were performed.