Diagnostic challenges in breast carcinosarcoma: a case report of a rare and aggressive tumor

Background and objectives Breast carcinosarcoma is rare. This article reports a case of diagnosis and treatment to enhance clinicians’ understanding and experience in managing this disease. Methods A 44-year-old patient with breast carcinosarcoma treated at the Breast Surgery Department of the First Hospital of Jilin University is reported, highlighting the challenges in the diagnostic process. Results Postoperative pathology confirmed carcinosarcoma. The patient underwent mastectomy, chemotherapy, and radiotherapy, with no recurrence during follow-up. Conclusion The nonspecific clinical manifestations of breast carcinosarcoma make preoperative diagnosis challenging, requiring a comprehensive diagnostic approach.