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[Schistosomiasis: an unusual cause of breast microcalcifications].

Authors :
Peyromaure M
Antoine M
Gadonneix P
Villet R
Source :
Journal de gynecologie, obstetrique et biologie de la reproduction [J Gynecol Obstet Biol Reprod (Paris)] 2000 Dec; Vol. 29 (8), pp. 790-792.
Publication Year :
2000

Abstract

We report a unusual case of mammary schistosomiasis revealed by breast microcalcifications. This localisation of schistosomiasis is exceptional but should be suspected in women who come from endemic areas. Other cases previously reported in the literature are also described.

Details

Language :
French
ISSN :
0368-2315
Volume :
29
Issue :
8
Database :
MEDLINE
Journal :
Journal de gynecologie, obstetrique et biologie de la reproduction
Publication Type :
Academic Journal
Accession number :
11139716