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Intraductal papillomas of the breast are benign lesions with an incidence of approximately 2-3% in humans.Two types of intraductal papillomas are generally distinguished. The central type develops near the nipple. They are usually solitary and often arise in the period nearing menopause. On the other hand the peripheral type are often multiple papillomas arising at the peripheral breasts and are usually found in younger women.

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