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Glossary: Desmoid Tumor
 


Definition
A fibrous tissue tumor with features in between fibrosarcoma and benign tumors such as fibromas and superficial fibromatosis. Desmoids do not metastasize, but they can invade nearby tissues and are sometimes fatal.

Also: Aggressive Fibromatosis, Desmoid Tumors

Topics Related To Desmoid Tumor
Soft Tissue SarcomaThe Condition
"...The types of tumor that can develop from different soft tissues include ... Tumors of Fibrous Tissue - Fibromas; fibrosarcoma; desmoid tumor; dermatofibrosarcoma protuberans; malignant fibrous histiocytoma..."





Last updated: May 10, 2007


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