Anaplastic large cell lymphoma arising in a silicone breast implant capsule: a case report and review of the literature

Arch Pathol Lab Med. 2003 Mar;127(3):e115-8. doi: 10.5858/2003-127-e115-ALCLAI.

Abstract

Anaplastic large cell lymphoma is a rare type of primary breast lymphoma. We report a case of anaplastic large cell lymphoma, T-cell phenotype, occurring in the periprosthetic capsule of a silicone breast prosthesis 9 years after implantation for augmentation mammoplasty. This case is unique for its unusual presentation.

Publication types

  • Case Reports
  • Review

MeSH terms

  • Adult
  • Breast Implants / adverse effects*
  • Breast Neoplasms / chemically induced*
  • Breast Neoplasms / diagnosis*
  • Female
  • Humans
  • Lymphoma, Large-Cell, Anaplastic / chemically induced*
  • Lymphoma, Large-Cell, Anaplastic / diagnosis*
  • Silicone Gels / adverse effects*

Substances

  • Silicone Gels