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Nodular Fasciitis of the Auricle: A Case Report.

Authors :
Majidi, Mohammad Reza
Jafarian, Amir Hossein
Irani, Shirin
Source :
Iranian Journal of Otorhinolaryngology; Spring2013, Vol. 25(2) Issue 71, p115-117, 3p
Publication Year :
2013

Abstract

Introduction: Nodular fasciitis is described as a benign reactive proliferation of myofibroblasts. Due to its rapid-growing nature, a precise clinical diagnosis is difficult and the condition is frequently misdiagnosed as malignant lesions. Case Report: In this study, we present the case of a young woman with an auricular nodular fasciitis as an example of one of the rarest sites of this tumor. The patient underwent an excision of the lesion under general anesthesia. The literature choices for treatment include complete excision, partial excision, or intralesional injection of steroids. Due to its associated local discomfort, and in order to exclude other differential diagnosis, we recommend a complete surgical excision. Conclusion: Auricular nodular fasciitis is a rare lesion. Due to its associated local discomfort, and in order to exclude other differential diagnosis, we recommend a complete surgical excision. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

Details

Language :
English
ISSN :
22517251
Volume :
25(2)
Issue :
71
Database :
Complementary Index
Journal :
Iranian Journal of Otorhinolaryngology
Publication Type :
Academic Journal
Accession number :
87402787