Deciphering a diagnosis of crystallizing galactocele on FNAC

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Case Report

Author Details : Manjari Kishore*

Volume : 9, Issue : 4, Year : 2024

Article Page : 254-257

https://doi.org/10.18231/j.jdpo.2024.054

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Abstract

Crystallizing galactocele is a rare, benign cystic lesions of breast, usually noted in pregnant and lactating females. However, due to formation of crystals and being hard in long-standing cases, they may mimic malignancy sometimes. Correct and early diagnosis is mandatory for proper management of such cases.We present such case in a 25-year-old female who presented with swelling in right breast during pregnancy and lactation. Clinically the lesion was firm, round and mobile. Sonography gave a diagnosis of fibroadenoma [BIRADS-III] and cytological evaluation was advised.Fine needle aspiration yielded milky white aspirate and on subsequent evaluation of stained smears, a diagnosis of Crystallizing Galactocele was made. The case report reiterates the importance of a simple and economical investigative modality, i.e., Fine needle aspiration cytology (FNAC) in making a diagnosis of such uncommon entity.

Keywords: Fibroadenoma, Milky-white aspirate, Crystals, Micelles, Cystic lesion breast

How to cite : Kishore M, Deciphering a diagnosis of crystallizing galactocele on FNAC. IP J Diagn Pathol Oncol 2024;9(4):254-257

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