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Superficial acral fibromyxoma: a case report with radiological review

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Superficial acral fibromyxoma is a benign, slow-growing soft-tissue neoplasm that has a predilection for the peripheries. Although considered benign, its risk of recurrence warrants consideration in the radiological differential diagnoses of acral tumors. To our knowledge, there has been minimal literature studying the radiological features of this entity. We present a case report with a discussion focusing on its clinical and radiological findings.

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The authors are grateful to Dr R Jorgensen (Pathologist) who provided the histopathological photos for this case.

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  1. Lyell McEwin Hospital, Haydown Road, Elizabeth Vale, SA, 5112, Australia

    Shirly Lee

  2. Royal Adelaide Hospital, Port Road, Adelaide, SA, 5000, Australia

    Michael Austin Ross Reid

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Lee, S., Reid, M.A.R. Superficial acral fibromyxoma: a case report with radiological review. Skeletal Radiol 47, 1021–1028 (2018). https://doi.org/10.1007/s00256-018-2895-7

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