Metastatic ovarian papillary serous carcinoma to the breast: Diagnosis and pitfalls. 2013

Paulette Mhawech-Fauceglia, and Brian Kay, and Carrie J Li, and Yvonne G Lin
Department of Surgical Pathology, Division of Gynecologic Oncology, Los Angeles County, University of Southern California Medical Center, USA.

► The breast as a site of metastasis from primary ovarian carcinoma is uncommon. ► Distinguishing these metastases from primary breast tumors is important because the prognosis and therapeutic approach differ significantly. ► Immunohistochemical markers (e.g., PAX8) can be utilized when morphology and clinical history are insufficient to render the correct diagnosis.

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