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We report a unique case involving a pure invasive micropapillary carcinoma (IMPC) of the nipple. At the same time, no cancer cells were found in other glands of the breast. There is no documented literature in the world on the micropapillary carcinoma of the nipple. A 43-year-old female detected a lump growing on her nipple since December 2015; however, she did not seek treatment before the lump enlarged. The patient presented at our hospital and underwent resection of the lump on 14 December 2016. Pathologic examination of the surgical specimen revealed IMPC involving the nipple. The patient underwent unilateral radical surgery. The pathologic examination of the specimen revealed normal breast tissue without cancer cells. Herein, we discuss the characteristics, diagnosis, and treatment of IMPC, hoping to provide further insight for clinicians and pathologists.
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Liu, J., Yu, H. & He, G. Pure Invasive Micropapillary Carcinoma of the Nipple: a Case Report. Indian J Surg 84 (Suppl 3), 825–828 (2022). https://doi.org/10.1007/s12262-021-03232-z
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