Abstract
A case of adenocarcinoma of breast associated with polyethylene prosthesis is presented. The problems with diagnosis and relationship between prosthetic implants and breast carcinoma are discussed.
MeSH terms
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Adenocarcinoma / etiology*
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Adenocarcinoma / pathology
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Adenocarcinoma / surgery
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Breast Neoplasms / etiology*
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Breast Neoplasms / pathology
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Breast Neoplasms / surgery
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Diagnostic Errors
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Female
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Humans
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Middle Aged
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Polyethylenes / adverse effects*
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Prostheses and Implants / adverse effects*