Introduction : The objective of our study was to present the results of breast cancer management in the
General Surgery Department of Ignace Deen University Hospital Center (CHU-Ignace Deen).
Methodology: This was a 12-month retrospective and descriptive study conducted from January 1 to
December 31, 2024, at Ignace Deen Hospital University Hospital Center (CHU-Ignace Deen).
Results: From 1,560 hospitalized patient records, we identified 14 cases of breast cancer (0.9%). The
40-59 age group was the most represented (64.3%). The mean age of the patients was 48 years. All
were women. 14.3% of patients had a family history of colorectal cancer. The main symptoms were
breast pain (92.9%) and breast lumps (57.1%). Risk factors were alcohol, late menopause, and smoking.
Mammography was performed in 100% of cases; lung metastases were present in 57.1% of cases.
Infiltrating ductal carcinoma was present in 57.1% of cases. Mastectomy with axillary dissection was
performed in 92.9% of cases. The postoperative course was favorable (71%). We recorded 4 deaths
within the first 3 months after surgery.
Conclusion: Breast cancer was rare in the department. Breast pain and nodules were the main signs
observed. Total mastectomy with axillary dissection was the primary treatment.
