Synchronous bilateral breast cancer with heterogeneous hormone receptor status: a case report

J Surg Case Rep. 2024 Dec 12;2024(12):rjae786. doi: 10.1093/jscr/rjae786. eCollection 2024 Dec.

Abstract

The expression of estrogen, progesterone, and HER2 receptors in breast cancer cells helps guide treatment and predict outcomes. When the status of these receptors is heterogeneous, it makes treatment planning more complex. We present the case of a 72-year-old woman with bilateral breast cancer with heterogenous receptor status and subsequent challenges in management.

Keywords: breast cancer; heterogeneous hormone receptor status; synchronous bilateral breast cancer.

Publication types

  • Case Reports