Imaging findings of a biopsy-proven desmoid tumor of the axilla in a young female |
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Authors: | Farah Guirguis Mekhail Justin R. Montgomery Paul J. Spicer |
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Affiliation: | aUniversity of Kentucky College of Medicine, 800 Rose Street, MN 150, Lexington, KY 40506, USA;bUniversity of Kentucky Medical Center, Department of Radiology, 800 Rose Street, HX 315, Lexington, KY 40536, USA |
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Abstract: | Desmoid tumors (fibromatoses) are rare but locally aggressive tumors that do not metastasize. They are non-encapsulated, well-differentiated lesions made of fibroblasts and collagen, which mainly appear in the mesentery and abdominal wall. Rarely, these tumors can also occur in breasts, making up approximately 0.2% of all breast neoplasms. Treatment typically includes surgical excision and/or medical management.We describe a case of a 31-year-old female presenting with a mass in her left axilla that was biopsy proven to be a desmoid tumor. In this case report, we discuss the various imaging findings present on ultrasound, mammography, computed tomography, and magnetic resonance imaging. |
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Keywords: | Desmoid tumor Fibromatoses Breast masses MRI CT Ultrasound Mammography |
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