Title : Microbial spectrum and histo-pathological pattern in patients with breast abscess: A 5 year retrospective study in a tertiary care rural teaching hospital in South India
Abstract:
Breast abscess is a condition as old as mankind, references to which are available in ancient scriptures in the civilizations world over. It is a commonly occurring condition reported in female patients visiting the surgery OPD. Other conditions of the breast such as tuberculosis, granulomatous mastitis, primary squamous cell carcinoma, can mimic breast abscess. Hence it is important to understand the microbial spectrum, culture and sensitivity and histopathological profile of breast abscess for proper diagnosis and management of breast abscess in the community.
Objectives:
1. To study the microbiological spectrum and antibiotic sensitivity pattern of pus cultures done for these patients
2. To determine the histopathological profile in breast abscess.
This study on the microbial spectrum and histopathological patterns in patients with breast abscesses provides valuable insights for clinical practice. The analysis identified key pathogens, notably Staphylococcus aureus, and characterized distinct inflammatory responses, which are essential for accurate diagnosis. Importantly, the findings assist in differentiating breast abscesses from conditions such as inflammatory breast cancer, chronic inflammatory diseases, and TB mastitis, thereby guiding appropriate management strategies. By integrating microbiological and histopathological data, this study enhances our understanding of breast disease etiology, paving the way for improved diagnostic accuracy and treatment outcomes in affected patients.
