Caption |
Adenosquamous carcinoma: this photomicrograph illustrates the area of transition between the neoplasm and the interlobular duct (*). There is prominent squamous metaplasia in the interlobular duct. Cornification is abrupt and results into the formation of large rafts of "ghost" epithelial cells. |
Description |
Carcinoma, adenosquamous, and squamous metaplasia, mammary gland |
Age at Necropsy |
unknown |
Notes |
Photomicrographs of this case illustrate the early stages of an adenosquamous carcinoma. |
Contributor |
Ward JM (J:107304) |
Pathologist |
Mikaelian I (J:94320) |
Method |
H&E |
