Elastofibroma dorsi
Background: The purpose of this study was to communicate our experience in the management of this pseudotumor making treatment recommendations based on its natural history. Methods: Twelve elastofibromas dorsi (ED) in eight pаtients were assessed between 1994 and 2001, with a 4- year mean follow-...
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| Lenguaje: | español |
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2003
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| Sumario: | Background: The purpose of this study was to communicate our experience in the management of this pseudotumor making treatment recommendations based on its
natural history.
Methods: Twelve elastofibromas dorsi (ED) in eight pаtients were assessed between 1994 and 2001, with a 4-
year mean follow-up. Seven tumors were excised in 6 patients while five tumors were only clinically assessed.
Results: Physical examination with forward elevation of
the arm and Magnetic Resonance Imaging were found to
be the best diagnostic means. In the operated cases, this
was confirmed by histopathology. The tumor was always
located beneath the lower tip of the scapula.
Conclusions: The ED is a rare, slowly growing and poorly symptomatic, benign mass. It is always found in the infrascapular region and generally affects women over 50
years of age. Its clinical presentation and Magnetic Resonance Imaging are so typical that it makes surgical procedures to arrive at a diagnosis unnecessary. Its excision
may be indicated but is seldom needed. |
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