[Plexiform fibrohistiocytic tumor].

Dermatologie (Heidelb)

Hautklinik, Universitätsklinikum Heidelberg, Ruprecht-Karls-Universität Heidelberg, Im Neuenheimer Feld 440, 69120, Heidelberg, Deutschland.

Published: June 2023

AI Article Synopsis

  • Plexiform fibrohistiocytic tumors are uncommon, soft tissue tumors that typically affect children and teens, mainly appearing on the upper arms.
  • Histological analysis is essential for accurately diagnosing these tumors.
  • A case of a young woman with a growing, painless lesion in her elbow area is discussed, along with insights on histopathology and treatment options.

Article Abstract

Plexiform fibrohistiocytic tumors are rare, low-to-moderate malignant soft tissue tumors that occur primarily in children and adolescents and are located on the upper extremity. The diagnosis must be made histologically. We report on a young woman who presented a growing, painless lesion on the cubital fossa. Histopathology as well as the standard of treatment are discussed.

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