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- - Acrometastasis is a rare and serious complication often linked to advanced breast cancer, indicating a generally poor outcome for patients.
- - A case study of a Nigerian woman with advanced breast cancer revealed metastases to the lungs, brain, and distal phalanx, emphasizing the need for healthcare professionals to recognize this rare condition.
- - The management of metastatic breast cancer presents significant challenges, especially in low-income countries, highlighting the importance of awareness and resources in treating such cases.
Article Abstract
Background: Acrometastasis is an unusual presentation that is associated with a poor prognosis.
Summary Of Case: We report a case of an advanced breast cancer in a Nigerian woman, with clinical, radiological and histopathological features of lung, brain, and distal phalanx metastases. We report this case to highlight the need to have a high index of suspicion for acrometastasis as well as to emphasize the effect and challenges of managing metastatic breast cancer in a low-income country.
Conclusion: Breast cancer metastasis to the bones of the hand is a rare condition and associated with poor prognosis.
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