Carcinoma breast metastatic to the hand and the foot

Authors: Asthana S.; Deo S.V.; Shukla N.K.; Raina V.

Source: Australasian Radiology, Volume 45, Number 3, August 2001 , pp. 380-382(3)

Publisher: Blackwell Publishing

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Abstract:

SUMMARY

Metastases to the peripheral bones of the extremities are rare. Such lesions are often diagnosed as inflammatory or infective in nature. We present a report of a case of simultaneous involvement of the peripheral bones of the extremities – the talus and the thumb of the left hand – with a brief review of pathophysiology and management.

Keywords: carcinoma breast; extremity metastases

Language: English

Document Type: Miscellaneous

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