Synonym(s)
Aponeurotic Fibroma; juvenile aponeurotic fibroma
DefinitionThis section has been translated automatically.
Congenital or up to 20 years of age occurring hardenings or nodular formations of the subcutis and adjacent layers. The entity is controversial.
HistologyThis section has been translated automatically.
Diffuse infiltrating growing connective tissue tumor.
TherapyThis section has been translated automatically.
Stage-dependent therapy, see below Dupuytren's contracture and plantar fibromatosis.
Progression/forecastThis section has been translated automatically.
Recurrence after excision. Spontaneous relapses are also possible. No metastasis.
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Prof. Dr. med. Peter Altmeyer