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Intramasseteric Solitary Myofibroma: A Case Report
Zakaria El Hafi1, Eden Ayele Habte1, Khalil Hjaouj1
1ENT-HNS Department of Specialties Hospital-CHU Ibn Sina Rabat, Morocco Mohammed V University in Rabat, Rabat, Morocco.
Ear, Nose, & Throat Journal
|January 29, 2024
Summary
This study presents a rare case of myofibroma in a 15-year-old
Area of Science:
- Oncology
- Pathology
- Surgery
Background:
- Solitary myofibroma (infantile myofibroma) is a rare spindle cell neoplasm.
- Typically affects infants, but cases in older individuals exist.
- Intramasseteric location is exceptionally rare.
Purpose of the Study:
- To report a rare case of masseteric myofibroma in a 15-year-old.
- To discuss the diagnostic challenges and management of this uncommon lesion.
Main Methods:
- Histopathological assessment.
- Immunohistochemical analysis.
- Surgical resection.
Main Results:
- Confirmed diagnosis of myofibroma in the masseteric muscle.
- Successful management through surgical excision.
Conclusions:
- Myofibroma can occur in the masseteric muscle, even in adolescents.
- Accurate diagnosis requires detailed histopathological and immunohistochemical evaluation.
- Surgical resection is the primary treatment modality.
