Solitary plexiform neurofibroma, a pitfall in diagnosis of lipoma. (21st September 2010)

• Record Type: Journal Article
• Authors: Chieng, G H; Bhatnagar, A; Mirza, M
• Is Part Of: BMJ case reports. Volume 2010
• Publication Date: 2010-09-21
• Subjects: Medicine -- Case studies -- Periodicals; 610.5
• DOI: 10.1136/bcr.01.2010.2696
• Languages: English
• ISSNs: 1757-790X

Abstract

Abstract : Plexiform neurofibromatosis is almost invariably associated with neurofibromatosis type I. A case of an isolated back plexiform neurofibroma, initially thought to be a lipoma, is presented, with emphasis on the importance of eliciting family history in reaching a diagnosis of neurofibromatosis. Currently, surgical resection is still the treatment of choice though a management plan is not well defined. Patients need appropriate regular follow-up to detect malignancy or early recurrence.