Giant cyst formation in a fibrous capsule following breast augmentation. A case report and discussion on the pathology.
A report is presented of a patient who developed a giant cyst in the fibrous pseudosheath after removal of a silicone breast prosthesis. Emphasis is put on the histological features of the capsule which differentiate it from other cystic breast conditions and also preclude its spontaneous resolution. These features are capsular thickness, epidermal lining, calcification and chronic lymphocytic reaction.
D001941:Breast Diseases / Q000209:etiology* / Q000473:pathology; D003560:Cysts / Q000209:etiology* / Q000473:pathology; D005260:Female; D006801:Humans; D008875:Middle Aged; D019736:Prostheses and Implants / Q000009:adverse effects*