Eosinophilic fasciitis and breast cancer: a case report highlighting recurrence signals

Eosinophilic Fasciitis (EF) poses a diagnostic challenge owing to its uncommon occurrence and aetiology that remains poorly understood. We report a case of a 79-year-old woman with a prolonged history of breast cancer exhibiting EF with concomitant pelvic metastases. This case underscores EF's...

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Main Authors: Vincenzo Maione (Author), Laura Miccio (Author), Sara Rovaris (Author), Davide Zardo (Author), Stefano Bighetti (Author), Luca Bettolini (Author), Luigi Naldi (Author)
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Published: PAGEPress Publications, 2024-02-01T00:00:00Z.
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Summary:Eosinophilic Fasciitis (EF) poses a diagnostic challenge owing to its uncommon occurrence and aetiology that remains poorly understood. We report a case of a 79-year-old woman with a prolonged history of breast cancer exhibiting EF with concomitant pelvic metastases. This case underscores EF's potential as an indicator signaling a potential resurgence of cancer, highlighting its significance as a red flag of disease recurrence.
Item Description:10.4081/dr.2024.9928
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