GIANT BREAST LIPOMA IN MALE

A CASE REPORT

Abstract

Lipomas are benign tumors composed of mature fat cells. The diagnosis, in most cases, is clinical for those with a typical subcutaneous lipoma. In cases of large lipoma (> 5 cm), irregular in shape and with symptoms of myofascial involvement, ultrasound, computed tomography (CT) or magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) exams help in the diagnosis. Most of the time, no treatment is necessary, as the follow-up is clinical. However, indications for removal of a lipoma include cosmetic concerns, neural impairment, pain, and functional limitations. Other indications for removal of lipomas include enlargement, irregular features (induration), diameter (> 5 cm), histology showing atypia with suspected sarcoma (invasion and involvement of the deep fascia). The present case report presents a 85-year-old male patient with a large tumor in the left breast, with a soft fatty consistency and not adhered to deep planes, who underwent surgery for complete removal.