Introduction And Importance: The ossifying fibromyxoid tumor of soft tissue is a rare tumor of intermediate differentiation and uncertain lineage that occurs in adults mostly in the extremities and the trunk.
Presentation Of Case: we present a case of 57 year-old man presenting with a right scapular mass. It was a subcutaneous and painless mass that was largely excised. The diagnosis of ossifying fibromyxoid tumor of the right shoulder was made. The follow up of 1 year was without recurrence and metastasis.
Clinical Discussion: The ossifying fibromyxoid tumor of soft tissue is exceptional, microscopic diagnosis and management is challenging, considering the scarcity of the tumor.
Conclusion: More cases and retrospective studies are needed to understand the pathogenesis and to determine optimal treatment regimens.
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http://dx.doi.org/10.1016/j.amsu.2021.102479 | DOI Listing |
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