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Thoracic epidural desmoplastic fibroma.
M Kamimura1, H Itoh, T Kinoshita
1Shinshu University School of Medicine, Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Nagano, Japan.
Journal of Spinal Disorders
|June 29, 2000
Summary
Desmoplastic fibroma of the spine is rare. Complete surgical resection of thoracic epidural desmoplastic fibroma offers a favorable long-term outcome with no recurrence observed.
Area of Science:
- Oncology
- Neurosurgery
- Orthopedic Surgery
Background:
- Desmoplastic fibroma is an uncommon benign soft tissue tumor.
- Spinal involvement by desmoplastic fibroma is exceptionally rare, particularly in the thoracic epidural space.
Observation:
- A case report details a 20-year-old female patient presenting with a thoracic epidural desmoplastic fibroma.
- The patient underwent surgical treatment involving complete tumor resection and posterior spinal fusion.
Findings:
- Post-operative follow-up at four years showed no evidence of tumor recurrence.
- The patient remained asymptomatic, indicating a successful treatment outcome.
Implications:
- Complete surgical resection is crucial for managing spinal desmoplastic fibroma.
- This approach ensures favorable long-term prognosis and prevents recurrence in spinal desmoplastic fibroma cases.