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Infantile digital fibromatosis: an unusual localization
N Sungur1, H Kilinç, R Ozdemir
1Department of Plastic & Reconstructive Surgery, Ankara Numune Hospital, Ankara, Turkey.
Insights
Infantile digital fibromatosis, a rare childhood fibrous growth, can affect adolescents. Surgical excision of this benign tumor on the finger resulted in no recurrence for three years.
Area of Science:
- Dermatology
- Pediatric Oncology
- Surgical Pathology
Background:
- Infantile digital fibromatosis (IDF), also known as recurrent digital fibromatosis, is an uncommon benign fibrous tumor typically affecting infants and young children.
- While generally benign, IDF can present challenges due to its potential for recurrence.
Observation:
- This report details a case of a 16-year-old patient presenting with IDF on the volar aspect of the right little finger, near the distal interphalangeal joint.
- The tumor's location and presentation in an adolescent are noteworthy for this condition typically seen in younger children.
Findings:
- Surgical excision was performed for the digital fibroma.
- Histopathological examination confirmed the diagnosis of infantile digital fibromatosis.
- The patient remained disease-free for a follow-up period of three years post-excision, indicating successful treatment.
Implications:
- This case highlights that infantile digital fibromatosis can occur in older children and adolescents.
- Complete surgical excision appears to be an effective treatment modality, achieving long-term remission.
- Further research into the specific triggers and management of later-onset IDF may be warranted.
Abstract:
Infantile digital fibromatosis (recurrent digital fibromatosis) is a rare, benign fibrous growth of childhood. The authors present a case of a 16-year-old child with an infantile digital fibromatosis on the volar surface of the right little finger at the distal interphalangeal joint level. After excision of the tumor, histopathologic diagnosis was shown to be infantile digital fibromatosis. The patient has been free of recurrence for 3 years after surgery.