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{{Infobox medical condition | |||
| name = Lipoblastomatosis | |||
| synonyms = | |||
| specialty = [[Pediatric oncology]], [[Pathology]] | |||
| symptoms = [[Painless]] [[soft tissue]] [[mass]] | |||
| onset = [[Infancy]] or [[early childhood]] | |||
| duration = | |||
| types = | |||
| causes = Unknown | |||
| risks = | |||
| diagnosis = [[Histopathology]] | |||
| differential = [[Lipoma]], [[Myxoid liposarcoma]], [[Fibromatosis]] | |||
| treatment = [[Surgical excision]] | |||
| medication = | |||
| prognosis = Generally good with complete excision | |||
| frequency = Rare | |||
}} | |||
'''Lipoblastomatosis''' is a rare benign tumor that originates from embryonic fat cells. It is most commonly found in infants and young children, particularly boys. The tumor can occur anywhere in the body, but it is most commonly found in the extremities, trunk, and head and neck region. | '''Lipoblastomatosis''' is a rare benign tumor that originates from embryonic fat cells. It is most commonly found in infants and young children, particularly boys. The tumor can occur anywhere in the body, but it is most commonly found in the extremities, trunk, and head and neck region. | ||
== Symptoms == | == Symptoms == | ||
The symptoms of lipoblastomatosis can vary depending on the location of the tumor. Common symptoms include a painless, soft, and rapidly growing mass. In some cases, the tumor can cause functional impairment if it compresses nearby structures. | The symptoms of lipoblastomatosis can vary depending on the location of the tumor. Common symptoms include a painless, soft, and rapidly growing mass. In some cases, the tumor can cause functional impairment if it compresses nearby structures. | ||
== Diagnosis == | == Diagnosis == | ||
The diagnosis of lipoblastomatosis is typically made based on the clinical presentation and imaging studies. [[Ultrasound]], [[Computed Tomography|CT]], and [[Magnetic Resonance Imaging|MRI]] can be used to visualize the tumor. A definitive diagnosis is made by a [[biopsy]], which involves removing a small sample of the tumor for examination under a microscope. | The diagnosis of lipoblastomatosis is typically made based on the clinical presentation and imaging studies. [[Ultrasound]], [[Computed Tomography|CT]], and [[Magnetic Resonance Imaging|MRI]] can be used to visualize the tumor. A definitive diagnosis is made by a [[biopsy]], which involves removing a small sample of the tumor for examination under a microscope. | ||
== Treatment == | == Treatment == | ||
The primary treatment for lipoblastomatosis is surgical removal of the tumor. In some cases, [[chemotherapy]] or [[radiation therapy]] may be used if the tumor cannot be completely removed. The prognosis for lipoblastomatosis is generally good, but recurrence is common. | The primary treatment for lipoblastomatosis is surgical removal of the tumor. In some cases, [[chemotherapy]] or [[radiation therapy]] may be used if the tumor cannot be completely removed. The prognosis for lipoblastomatosis is generally good, but recurrence is common. | ||
== See also == | == See also == | ||
* [[Lipoma]] | * [[Lipoma]] | ||
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* [[Benign tumor]] | * [[Benign tumor]] | ||
* [[Malignant tumor]] | * [[Malignant tumor]] | ||
== References == | == References == | ||
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[[Category:Medical conditions]] | [[Category:Medical conditions]] | ||
[[Category:Oncology]] | [[Category:Oncology]] | ||
[[Category:Pediatrics]] | [[Category:Pediatrics]] | ||
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Latest revision as of 02:14, 4 April 2025
| Lipoblastomatosis | |
|---|---|
| Synonyms | |
| Pronounce | N/A |
| Specialty | Pediatric oncology, Pathology |
| Symptoms | Painless soft tissue mass |
| Complications | N/A |
| Onset | Infancy or early childhood |
| Duration | |
| Types | |
| Causes | Unknown |
| Risks | |
| Diagnosis | Histopathology |
| Differential diagnosis | Lipoma, Myxoid liposarcoma, Fibromatosis |
| Prevention | N/A |
| Treatment | Surgical excision |
| Medication | |
| Prognosis | Generally good with complete excision |
| Frequency | Rare |
| Deaths | N/A |
Lipoblastomatosis is a rare benign tumor that originates from embryonic fat cells. It is most commonly found in infants and young children, particularly boys. The tumor can occur anywhere in the body, but it is most commonly found in the extremities, trunk, and head and neck region.
Symptoms[edit]
The symptoms of lipoblastomatosis can vary depending on the location of the tumor. Common symptoms include a painless, soft, and rapidly growing mass. In some cases, the tumor can cause functional impairment if it compresses nearby structures.
Diagnosis[edit]
The diagnosis of lipoblastomatosis is typically made based on the clinical presentation and imaging studies. Ultrasound, CT, and MRI can be used to visualize the tumor. A definitive diagnosis is made by a biopsy, which involves removing a small sample of the tumor for examination under a microscope.
Treatment[edit]
The primary treatment for lipoblastomatosis is surgical removal of the tumor. In some cases, chemotherapy or radiation therapy may be used if the tumor cannot be completely removed. The prognosis for lipoblastomatosis is generally good, but recurrence is common.
See also[edit]
References[edit]
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