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Spontaneous Regression of Myxofibrosarcoma of the Thigh after Open Biopsy
Tsukasa Mizuno1, Michiro Susa1, Keisuke Horiuchi1
1Department of Orthopedic Surgery, National Defense Medical College, Tokorozawa, Japan.
Abstract:
Spontaneous regression of sarcoma is exceedingly rare. A 62-year-old male presented with myxofibrosarcoma of the thigh which regressed after open biopsy. Treatment strategy for this condition is not well-documented in the literature. In this report, we describe the case of a spontaneously regressed myxofibrosarcoma successfully treated by resection where the extent of the tumor was determined from the initial MRI. This case demonstrates that myxofibrosarcoma has the potential to regress spontaneously, and astute awareness of this phenomenon is necessary for appropriate management of this condition.
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