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Source: Childhood Breast Tumors Treatment (PDQ®)–Health Professional Version, National Cancer Institute.
Source updated: September 11, 2024 · Captured 2026-09-09.
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Indications for resection include tumor size at presentation of 2 cm to 5 cm (or larger); tumor enlargement during 2 to 12 months of observation; multiple breast masses or bilateral breast masses; and patient, parental, or provider anxiety.[1,2]
Evidence (surgery):
In one series of 39 patients with fibroadenomas who had follow-up after resection, the following was observed:[3]
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In one series of 39 patients with fibroadenomas who had follow-up after resection, the following was observed:[3]
Six patients experienced recurrences between 2 years and 7.5 years (median, 4.9 years) later.
In one series of 39 patients with fibroadenomas who had follow-up after resection, the following was observed:[3]
Tumor size, mitotic index, and mesenchymal cellularity did not predict recurrences, and all recurrent tumors were benign.
Surgical complications have included breast hypoplasia, acute pain, and chronic pain.[8]
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While recurrence is rare, careful follow-up monitoring is important. Recurrent tumors can be resected successfully using conservative techniques.[8]
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Treatment options for phyllodes tumors include the following:
Surgery.
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