Korean J Dermatol.  2006 Dec;44(12):1457-1459.

A Case of Recurrent Nodular Fasciitis

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  • 1Department of Dermatology, College of Medicine, Korea University, Seoul, Korea. choh@korea.ac.kr

Abstract

Nodular fasciitis is a benign, reactive, myofibroblastic, proliferative process of unknown etiology. It presents as a solitary, painless, rapidly-growing nodule over several weeks' duration. The condition is self-limiting, and proper diagnosis is essential to avoid unnecessary aggressive treatment. Diagnosis is often a challenge because nodular fasciitis may be confused with a malignant tumor due to its aggressive clinical behavior and histological features. It is most commonly located on the extremities and then the trunk. Such lesions also usually occur in middle age and are rarely diagnosed in childhood. We report a case of recurrent nodular fasciitis that arose from subcutaneous tissue on the back of a pediatric patient.

Keyword

Nodular fasciitis; Recurrent

MeSH Terms

Diagnosis
Extremities
Fasciitis*
Humans
Middle Aged
Myofibroblasts
Subcutaneous Tissue
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