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- A rare case of aggressive fibrous histiocytoma is discussed to raise awareness of this type of tumor, which can appear as a soft tissue issue around the mouth.
- The study highlights the variability in the biological behavior of these tumors, emphasizing the need for detailed examination and ongoing monitoring.
- The findings suggest that effective management currently relies on careful microscopic analysis and long-term follow-up after surgery, with more research needed to better understand these complex lesions.
Article Abstract
A rare case of aggressive fibrous histiocytoma is presented to alert the clinician to the existence of such a lesion and its ability to develop as a perioral soft tissue tumor. The research on these lesions clearly demonstrates the lability of their biologic potential. The clinical characteristics, symptoms, and histiologic makeup are reviewed and further reinforce the conclusion that careful microscopic study and thorough longterm followup to adequate surgical treatment are currently the only effective means in the management of these tumors. Continued reports from clinicians and researchers will perhaps satisfy many questions concerning this curious and potentially destructive and lethal group of lesions.
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