Radiation induced angiosarcoma of the breast: Eight cases which highlight a devastating complication of breast radiotherapy

2016 ◽  
Vol 42 (5) ◽  
pp. S52
Author(s):  
Emma Stewart-Parker ◽  
Deepak Shrestha ◽  
Duraisamy Ravichandran
Keyword(s):  
Breast Radiotherapy ◽  
Angiosarcoma Of The Breast ◽  
Radiation Induced

scholarly journals Recurring radiation-induced angiosarcoma of the breast that was treated with paclitaxel chemotherapy: a case report

2020 ◽  
Vol 6 (1) ◽  
Author(s):  
Yoko Suzuki ◽  
Kohei Taniguchi ◽  
Minami Hatono ◽  
Yukiko Kajiwara ◽  
Yuko Abe ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Case Report ◽  
Angiosarcoma Of The Breast ◽  
Radiation Induced

Radiation-induced angiosarcoma of the breast: case report and self-criticism of therapeutic approach

2002 ◽  
Vol 127 (5) ◽  
pp. 388-391 ◽  
Author(s):  
G Anania ◽  
P.C Parodi ◽  
A Sanna ◽  
E Rampino ◽  
E Marcotti ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Case Report ◽  
Therapeutic Approach ◽  
Angiosarcoma Of The Breast ◽  
Radiation Induced

scholarly journals Radiation-induced angiosarcoma of the breast: a retrospective analysis of 15 years' experience at an oncology center

2018 ◽  
Vol 51 (5) ◽  
pp. 281-286 ◽  
Author(s):  
Ines Alves ◽  
José Carlos Marques
Keyword(s):  
Latency Period ◽  
Distant Metastases ◽  
High Recurrence Rate ◽  
Imaging Features ◽  
Palpable Mass ◽  
Median Period ◽  
Angiosarcoma Of The Breast ◽  
Radiation Induced ◽  
High Index Of Suspicion ◽  
Oncology Center

Abstract Objective: To characterize a population of patients with radiation-induced angiosarcoma (RIAS) of the breast treated at an oncology center, focusing mainly on the imaging features, although also on the clinical presentation, diagnosis, and management. Materials and Methods: We performed a retrospective review of patients with histologically proven angiosarcoma of the breast or chest wall, all of whom received radiotherapy, after conservative or radical breast surgery, between 2000 and 2015. Results: Eleven patients met the inclusion criteria. The median age at the time of diagnosis of RIAS of the breast was 71.5 years (range, 58-87 years), and the median latency period was 8.9 years (range, 4-27 years). The rate of local recurrence was 54.4%, RIAS recurring after a median period of 10 months (range, 3-18 months), and distant metastases occurred in three patients (27.3%). All of the tumors were accompanied by skin changes, and a palpable mass was seen in four. Most of the imaging findings were nonspecific. Six patients underwent magnetic resonance imaging, which revealed pronounced skin enhancement in all six. Ultrasound-guided core needle biopsies were negative in three of the eight patients. Conclusion: RIAS of the breast is a rare but recognized complication of radiotherapy for breast carcinoma, with a poor prognosis and high recurrence rate, which requires a high index of suspicion for a prompt diagnosis.

scholarly journals Unusual Presentation of Bilateral Radiation-Induced Angiosarcoma of the Breast

2020 ◽  
Vol 2020 ◽  
pp. 1-4
Author(s):  
Umesh Jayarajah ◽  
Kavinda Nagodavithane ◽  
Oshan Basnayake ◽  
Sanjeewa Seneviratne
Keyword(s):  
Poor Prognosis ◽  
Breast Conservation ◽  
Breast Conservation Surgery ◽  
Treatment Modalities ◽  
Conservation Surgery ◽  
Angiosarcoma Of The Breast ◽  
History Of ◽  
Radiation Induced ◽  
New Treatment ◽  
Recurrent Breast

Radiation-induced sarcoma of the breast is an iatrogenic malignancy that occurs secondary to radiotherapy, which is most commonly given following breast conservation surgery. It has an incidence of 3.2 per 1,000 patients at 15 years and is associated with a poor prognosis. We report a 62-year-old female with a history of bilateral breast conservation surgery and radiotherapy 5 years ago presenting with bilateral angiosarcoma. This case report highlights the importance of considering radiation-induced angiosarcoma of the breast as a differential diagnosis in a patient with recurrent breast neoplasms. The challenges in the management with recent evidence on new treatment modalities are discussed.

RADIATION-INDUCED ANGIOSARCOMA OF THE BREAST

1995 ◽  
Vol 88 ◽  
pp. S29
Author(s):  
Matthew G. Buxton ◽  
Thelda M. Kestenbaum
Keyword(s):  
Angiosarcoma Of The Breast ◽  
Radiation Induced

Radiation-Induced Angiosarcoma of the Breast

1994 ◽  
Vol 17 (5) ◽  
pp. 444-447 ◽  
Author(s):  
John M. Buatti ◽  
Paul M. Harari ◽  
Bryan R. Leigh ◽  
J. Robert Cassady
Keyword(s):  
Angiosarcoma Of The Breast ◽  
Radiation Induced
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