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Desmoid fibromatosis of the cruris: A rare case report

Year: 2025

Type: article

Abstract: Desmoid Fibromatosis (DF) is a locally aggressive connective tissue neoplasm that arises within the musculoaponeurotic structures. It is also referred to by various terms, including aggressive fibromatosis, deep fibromatosis, musculoaponeurotic fibromatosis , and desmoid tumor . DF is a rare tumor, with a reported incidence of 2–4 cases per million population, accounting for approximately 0.03% of all neoplasms. It most commonly occurs between the ages of 15 and 60 years and tends to be more prevalent in females. Although DF can develop in various anatomical locations, it is most frequently observed in the extremities, abdominal wall, and intra-abdominal mesentery. Despite lacking metastatic potential, DF has a high propensity for local recurrence. Due to these biological characteristics, DF is currently classified as an “intermediate, locally aggressive” tumor according to the World Health Organization (WHO) classification of soft tissue tumors. This report presents a clinical case of desmoid fibromatosis.

Source: Radiology Case Reports

DOI: 10.1016/j.radcr.2025.09.039

Authors: Nuciana Siti Andrianti, Ahmad Fitrah, Aviyani, Bethy S. Hernowo

Institutions: Dr. Hasan Sadikin General Hospital, Padjadjaran University

Language: English

Topic: Soft tissue tumor case studies

Subfield: Rheumatology

Field: Medicine

Domain: Health Sciences

SDG: Good health and well-being

Open Access status: gold

Estimated APC paid: $600