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Male Breast Carcinoma Metastatic to the Choroid: A Case Report and Opinions of Management.

Authors :
Fu, Weida
Zheng, Shurong
Zhou, Jieyu
Lu, Kangkang
Lu, Yiqiao
Guo, Guilong
Source :
Cancer Management & Research; Feb2022, Vol. 14, p525-534, 10p
Publication Year :
2022

Abstract

Male breast carcinoma metastatic to the choroid is very rare and often related to poor prognosis. Herein, we report the findings in a Chinese male breast cancer patient who developed choroidal metastasis, and give opinions on systemic treatments. A 45-year-old Chinese male represented with difficulty breathing and visual impairment in the left eye 6 years after his breast cancer surgery and postoperative adjuvant treatment. PET/CT revealed multi-organs metastasis of the patient. The IHC indicated the lung lesion to be originated from the breast (ER+/PR+/HER2-). Eye examination provided evidence for breast cancer choroidal metastasis. Two cycles of TX (docetaxel + capecitabine) followed by two courses of GP (gemcitabine + cis-platinum) were applied as salvage chemotherapy. Metastases in his lung and bone remained stable. As for choroidal metastasis, a regimen of CDK4/6 inhibitor (Palbociclib) plus fulvestrant was recommended to the patient, which led to a good response. Notably, CDK4/6 inhibitor combined with endocrine therapy may be considered as an effective treatment for hormonal receptor-positive breast cancer patients with choroidal metastasis. We recommend that eye examination should not be neglected in breast cancer patients. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

Details

Language :
English
ISSN :
11791322
Volume :
14
Database :
Complementary Index
Journal :
Cancer Management & Research
Publication Type :
Academic Journal
Accession number :
155861221
Full Text :
https://doi.org/10.2147/CMAR.S345078