Breast cancer melanosis in a postmastectomy scar

Cancer. 1988 Jul 1;62(1):206-9. doi: 10.1002/1097-0142(19880701)62:1<206::aid-cncr2820620131>3.0.co;2-v.

Abstract

Pigmented skin lesions developed in the postmastectomy scar of a 42-year-old woman, 3 years after mastectomy, clinically mimicking malignant melanoma. A histologic study of the skin showed neoplastic mucin secreting glands and melanocyte colonization. Literature pertaining to melanin pigmentation of epithelial tumors not primary in the skin is reviewed.

Publication types

  • Case Reports

MeSH terms

  • Adult
  • Cicatrix / complications*
  • Cicatrix / pathology
  • Female
  • Humans
  • Mastectomy / adverse effects*
  • Melanosis / etiology*
  • Melanosis / pathology
  • Postoperative Complications*