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Infantile fibromatosis of the mandible: a case report.

Authors :
Krokidis, M
Raissaki, M
Mantadakis, E
Giannikaki, E
Velegrakis, G
Kalrnanti, M
Gourtsoyiannis, N
Source :
Dentomaxillofacial Radiology; Mar2008, Vol. 37 Issue 3, p167-170, 4p, 7 Black and White Photographs
Publication Year :
2008

Abstract

We report an aggressive tumour in a 5-year-old girl causing facial disfigurement. Imaging confirmed a solid, diffusely enhancing mass at the right internal pterygoid muscle, infiltrating the adjacent bone. Surgical excision and reconstruction of the mandible were performed. Histology revealed aggressive infantile libromatosis. No recurrence was noted 7 months later. Infantile fibromatosis may mimic malignancies and should be considered in aggressive mandibular soft tissue masses, in order to carefully plan biopsy and reconstructive surgery. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

Details

Language :
English
ISSN :
0250832X
Volume :
37
Issue :
3
Database :
Complementary Index
Journal :
Dentomaxillofacial Radiology
Publication Type :
Academic Journal
Accession number :
31518488
Full Text :
https://doi.org/10.1259/dmfr/51942076