Triple-Negative Breast Cancer: A Rare Tumor Type Presenting in Pregnancy-Case Report

Authors: Aminu B*, Abdullahi S, George MD, Ifusumu R, Ohijie OU and Makama JG

DOI: 10.23880/whsj-16000198

Volume 8, Issue 1

Abstract

Introduction: Breast Cancer diagnosis during pregnancy is a relatively rare event, affecting about 1 in 1,000 pregnancies and representing 0.1% or less of all cancers. However, when it occurs, it is found to be more aggressive with the worst prognosis during pregnancy. Most notable reasons include delayed diagnosis due to changes in breast parenchyma in pregnant and lactating women, and the higher incidence of the poor prognostic subtype (triple-negative) among premenopausal patients. Aim: We present a 28year old nullipara with triple-negative right breast cancer in the third trimester of pregnancy. Methodology: Description of a successfully managed breast cancer disease in pregnancy and the histological diagnosis.

Keywords: Tripple Negative Breast Cancer; Pregnancy

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