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, , multiple, 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, or , have an increased incidence in individuals with Gardner syndrome.[1]
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Extraabdominal |
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Intraabdominal |
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Multiple familial |
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Gardner Syndrome Associated |
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Turcot Syndrome Associated |
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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.