Aggressive Fibromatosis Therapy

Scientists at European Institute of Oncology describe research in aggressive fibromatosis therapy

Published in Surgery Litigation and Law Weekly, May 22nd, 2009

Data detailed in 'Desmoid tumors of the anterior abdominal wall: results from a monocentric surgical experience and review of the literature' have been presented. "Desmoid tumor, also known as aggressive fibromatosis, is a rare soft tissue tumor. For those cases localized in the anterior abdominal wall, radical resection and reconstruction with a mesh is indicated," researchers in Milan, Italy report.

"Because the rarity of the disease, randomized trials are lacking, but in reported retrospective series, it is clear that although it is considered a benign lesion, local recurrence is not uncommon. We analyzed the records of 14 consecutive patients (3 men, 11 women, mean...

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Source: Surgery Litigation and Law Weekly (2009-05-22)

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