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Spontaneous Regression of a Plaque-Type Striated Muscle Hamartoma
Ximena Calderón-Castrat1, Concepción Román-Curto1, Angel Santos-Briz2
1Department of Dermatology, University Hospital of Salamanca, Salamanca, Spain.
Insights
Striated muscle hamartoma (SMH), a rare benign tumor in children, typically requires surgery. This case showed spontaneous regression, suggesting observation may be a viable conservative approach.
Area of Science:
- Pediatric Oncology
- Dermatology
- Pathology
Background:
- Striated muscle hamartoma (SMH) is a rare benign neoplasm.
- It can be congenital or acquired, primarily affecting pediatric patients.
- Current treatment guidelines often recommend surgical excision.
Abstract:
Striated muscle hamartoma (SMH) is a rare, congenital or acquired, benign tumor that predominantly affects children. Therapeutic management has classically been surgical intervention. We present a pediatric case of a facial plaque-type SMH with spontaneous regression that highlights the importance of clinical observation for a conservative approach.
