Desmoid tumor classification
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Editor-In-Chief: C. Michael Gibson, M.S., M.D. [1] Associate Editor(s)-in-Chief: Faizan Sheraz, M.D. [2]
Overview
Classification
They can be divided into five subgroups: extraabdominal, intraabdominal, multiple, multiple familial and as part of Gardner's syndrome. Extraabdominal desmoid tumors have a wide distribution; the shoulder girdle, trunk and lower extremities are most commonly involved. Abdominal desmoids, which may occur in the abdominal wall, mesentery or retroperitoneum, have an increased incidence in individuals with Gardner syndrome.[1]
Reference
- ↑ Economou, Athanasios; Pitta, Xanthi; Andreadis, Efstathios; Papapavlou, Leonidas; Chrissidis, Thomas (2011). "Desmoid tumor of the abdominal wall: a case report". Journal of Medical Case Reports. 5 (1): 326. doi:10.1186/1752-1947-5-326. ISSN 1752-1947.