Desmoid tumors: a comprehensive review of the evolving biology, unpredictable behavior, and myriad of management options.

Authors :: Devata S
Chugh R
Source :: Hematology/oncology clinics of North America [Hematol Oncol Clin North Am] 2013 Oct; Vol. 27 (5), pp. 989-1005. Date of Electronic Publication: 2013 Aug 28.
Publication Year :: 2013
Abstract: Desmoid tumors are rare, clonal collections of benign fibrous tissue that exhibit a highly variable clinical course. This article presents a comprehensive review of desmoid tumors and summarizes the current literature pertaining to clinical presentation, diagnostic modalities, pathogenesis, prognostic factors, and management options.<br /> (Copyright © 2013 Elsevier Inc. All rights reserved.)

Subjects :: Fibromatosis, Aggressive epidemiology
Fibromatosis, Aggressive etiology
Humans
Fibromatosis, Aggressive diagnosis
Fibromatosis, Aggressive therapy

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