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Condorelli AG, Nobili R, Muglia A, Scarpelli G, Marzuolo E, De Stefanis C, Rota R, Diociaiuti A, Alaggio R, Castiglia D, Odorisio T, El Hachem M, Zambruno G. Gamma-Secretase Inhibitors Downregulate the Profibrotic NOTCH Signaling Pathway in Recessive Dystrophic Epidermolysis Bullosa. J Invest Dermatol 2024; 144:1522-1533.e10. [PMID: 38237731 DOI: 10.1016/j.jid.2023.10.045] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/22/2022] [Revised: 09/29/2023] [Accepted: 10/12/2023] [Indexed: 03/03/2024]
Abstract
Recessive dystrophic epidermolysis bullosa (RDEB) is a rare skin fragility disorder caused by mutations in COL7A1. RDEB is hallmarked by trauma-induced unremitting blistering, chronic wounds with inflammation, and progressive fibrosis, leading to severe disease complications. There is currently no cure for RDEB-associated fibrosis. Our previous studies and increasing evidence highlighted the profibrotic role of NOTCH pathway in different skin disorders, including RDEB. In this study, we further investigated the role of NOTCH signaling in RDEB pathogenesis and explored the effects of its inhibition by γ-secretase inhibitors DAPT and PF-03084014 (nirogacestat). Our analyses demonstrated that JAG1 and cleaved NOTCH1 are upregulated in primary RDEB fibroblasts (ie, RDEB-derived fibroblasts) compared with controls, and their protein levels are further increased by TGF-β1 stimulation. Functional assays unveiled the involvement of JAG1/NOTCH1 axis in RDEB fibrosis and demonstrated that its blockade counteracts a variety of fibrotic traits. In particular, RDEB-derived fibroblasts treated with PF-03084014 showed (i) a significant reduction of contractility, (ii) a diminished secretion of TGF-β1 and collagens, and (iii) the downregulation of several fibrotic proteins. Although less marked than PF-03084014-treated cells, RDEB-derived fibroblasts exhibited a reduction of fibrotic traits also upon DAPT treatment. This study provides potential therapeutic strategies to antagonize RDEB fibrosis onset and progression.
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- Angelo Giuseppe Condorelli
- Genodermatosis Unit, Translational Pediatrics and Clinical Genetics Research Division, Bambino Gesù Children's Hospital, IRCCS, Rome, Italy.
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- Genodermatosis Unit, Translational Pediatrics and Clinical Genetics Research Division, Bambino Gesù Children's Hospital, IRCCS, Rome, Italy
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- Genodermatosis Unit, Translational Pediatrics and Clinical Genetics Research Division, Bambino Gesù Children's Hospital, IRCCS, Rome, Italy
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- Genodermatosis Unit, Translational Pediatrics and Clinical Genetics Research Division, Bambino Gesù Children's Hospital, IRCCS, Rome, Italy
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- Genodermatosis Unit, Translational Pediatrics and Clinical Genetics Research Division, Bambino Gesù Children's Hospital, IRCCS, Rome, Italy
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- Department of Hematology and Oncology, Cell and Gene Therapy Unit, Bambino Gesù Children's Hospital, IRCCS, Rome, Italy
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- Genodermatosis Unit, Translational Pediatrics and Clinical Genetics Research Division, Bambino Gesù Children's Hospital, IRCCS, Rome, Italy; Dermatology Unit, Bambino Gesù Children's Hospital, IRCCS, Rome, Italy
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- Pathology Unit and Predictive Molecular Pathology Unit, Bambino Gesù Children's Hospital, IRCCS, Rome, Italy; Department of Medical-Surgical Sciences and Biotechnologies, University of Rome "La Sapienza", Rome, Italy
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- Laboratory of Molecular and Cell Biology, Istituto Dermopatico dell'Immacolata-IRCCS, Rome, Italy
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- Laboratory of Molecular and Cell Biology, Istituto Dermopatico dell'Immacolata-IRCCS, Rome, Italy
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- Genodermatosis Unit, Translational Pediatrics and Clinical Genetics Research Division, Bambino Gesù Children's Hospital, IRCCS, Rome, Italy; Dermatology Unit, Bambino Gesù Children's Hospital, IRCCS, Rome, Italy
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- Genodermatosis Unit, Translational Pediatrics and Clinical Genetics Research Division, Bambino Gesù Children's Hospital, IRCCS, Rome, Italy
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Kangas-Dick A, Ali M, Poss M, Khoury T, Takabe K. Diagnosis and Management of Desmoid Fibromatosis of the Breast. World J Oncol 2024; 15:394-404. [PMID: 38751692 PMCID: PMC11092408 DOI: 10.14740/wjon1844] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/20/2024] [Accepted: 04/19/2024] [Indexed: 05/18/2024] Open
Abstract
Desmoid fibromatosis of the breast (also known as desmoid tumor of the breast) is a rare entity infrequently encountered by oncologists and surgeons caring for patients with breast disease. The current body of literature is highly reliant on case series and extrapolations from other sites of desmoid tumor-related disease. Much remains unclear regarding the pathological origins, natural history, and response to treatment of this condition. Traditional treatment strategies have centered on surgical resection, which may result in significantly disfiguring cosmetic and functional outcomes, frequent need for re-operation, and associated morbidity. There are limited data to support the superiority of upfront surgical resection when compared to medical therapy or watchful waiting strategies. Current treatment guidelines for desmoid tumors do not focus on the breast as a site of disease and are purposefully ambiguous due to the paucity of evidence available. We aim to review the literature concerning desmoid fibromatosis of the breast and propose an algorithm for current evidence-based management of this rare disease in the context of our experience with this pathology at a high-volume quaternary referral center.
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- Aeryn Kangas-Dick
- Department of Surgical Oncology, Roswell Park Comprehensive Cancer Center, Buffalo, NY, USA
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- Department of Pathology, Roswell Park Comprehensive Cancer Center, Buffalo, NY, USA
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- Department of Surgical Oncology, Roswell Park Comprehensive Cancer Center, Buffalo, NY, USA
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- Department of Pathology, Roswell Park Comprehensive Cancer Center, Buffalo, NY, USA
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- Department of Surgical Oncology, Roswell Park Comprehensive Cancer Center, Buffalo, NY, USA
- Department of Surgery, University at Buffalo Jacobs School of Medicine and Biomedical Sciences, the State University of New York, Buffalo, NY, USA
- Department of Breast Surgery and Oncology, Tokyo Medical University, Tokyo 160-8402, Japan
- Department of Gastroenterological Surgery, Yokohama City University School of Medicine, Yokohama 236-004, Japan
- Department of Surgery, Niigata University Graduate School of Medical and Dental Sciences, Niigata 951-8510, Japan
- Department of Breast Surgery, Fukushima Medical University, Fukushima, Japan
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Ratnani GR, Athawale V, Nathani HR. Physiotherapeutic Approach Toward Restoring Upper Limb Function Post the Surgical Excision of Desmoid Fibromatosis Tumor Over the Right Upper Arm. Cureus 2024; 16:e57098. [PMID: 38681465 PMCID: PMC11053363 DOI: 10.7759/cureus.57098] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/11/2024] [Accepted: 03/27/2024] [Indexed: 05/01/2024] Open
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Desmoid fibromatosis is an uncommon soft tissue tumor that is locally aggressive and can result in both pain and limited range of motion (ROM). The rehabilitation protocol is designed to promote optimal recovery and functional outcomes by following a phased approach. Initially, the focus is on managing pain and performing passive ROM exercises immediately after surgery. As the weeks progress, the exercises transition to active-assisted and then active ROM exercises. Additionally, strengthening exercises, manual therapy techniques, and functional training are incorporated to improve muscle strength, flexibility, and coordination. The goal of the rehabilitation journey is to ensure a safe return to daily activities while closely monitoring for any signs of recurrence or functional deficits. This comprehensive approach highlights the importance of collaboration between surgical teams, rehabilitation specialists, and patients in order to achieve successful outcomes.
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- Grisha R Ratnani
- Department of Oncology Physiotherapy, Ravi Nair Physiotherapy College, Datta Meghe Institute of Higher Education and Research, Wardha, IND
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- Department of Oncology Physiotherapy, Ravi Nair Physiotherapy College, Datta Meghe Institute of Higher Education and Research, Wardha, IND
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- Department of Oncology Physiotherapy, Ravi Nair Physiotherapy College, Datta Meghe Institute of Higher Education and Research, Wardha, IND
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Skubitz KM, Murugan P. RAD51C and MYST3 Mutations in a Case of Desmoid-Type Fibromatosis With No Mutation in CTNNB1 or APC. Cureus 2024; 16:e55496. [PMID: 38571839 PMCID: PMC10990071 DOI: 10.7759/cureus.55496] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Accepted: 03/04/2024] [Indexed: 04/05/2024] Open
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Most cases of desmoid-type fibromatosis (DTF) exhibit a mutation in APC or CTNNB1. We report a case of mesenteric DTF in which no mutation in APC or CTNNB1 was found, but a germline variant of uncertain significance (VUS) in RAD51C and a subclonal mutation in MYST3 were identified. Whether these genetic changes are important in DTF in this case, or whether genetically conventional DTF cells were present at a density below detection is unknown; it will be of interest to see results in further studies of wild-type APC/CTNNB1 cases.
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- Laboratory Medicine and Pathology, University of Minnesota, MInneapolis, USA
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Patel A, Varga G, Mallela AN, Abou-Al-Shaar H, Bukowinski A, Mamauag E, Zambrano EV, Greene S. Paraspinal Desmoid Tumor in a Pediatric Patient with No Surgical History: A Case Report. Asian J Neurosurg 2024; 19:87-93. [PMID: 38751393 PMCID: PMC11093639 DOI: 10.1055/s-0043-1771366] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 05/18/2024] Open
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Desmoid tumors are locally aggressive, benign neoplasms originating in connective tissues. Although the exact pathophysiology remains unknown, antecedent trauma or surgery are believed to be important contributing factors. The occurrence of paraspinal desmoid tumor in pediatric patients is extremely uncommon. Here, we present an exceedingly rare case of a pediatric patient with no surgical or family history who developed a paraspinal desmoid tumor. A 9-year-old female patient presented with 4 months of progressive back pain, right lower extremity weakness, and numbness. Spinal imaging revealed a left epidural paraspinal mass compressing her thoracic spinal cord and extending into the left thoracic cavity. A multidisciplinary approach with neurosurgery and thoracic surgery enabled gross total resection of the lesion. The patient had complete resolution of her symptoms with no signs of residual tumor on postoperative imaging. Pathology revealed a desmoid tumor that avidly stained for beta-catenin. On her last follow-up, she developed a recurrence, to which she was started on sorafenib therapy. Desmoid tumors are rare connective tissue neoplasms that often occur after local tissue trauma, such as that caused by surgery. This report presents a rare case of a pediatric paraspinal desmoid tumor that occurred in a patient with no surgical or family history. Such tumors should undergo surgical resection for symptomatic relief and tissue diagnosis. Close clinical and radiographic surveillance are essential in these patients due to the high recurrence rates of desmoid tumor.
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- Aneek Patel
- Department of Neurological Surgery, University of Pittsburgh Medical Center, Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, United States
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- Department of Neurological Surgery, University of Pittsburgh Medical Center, Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, United States
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- Department of Neurological Surgery, University of Pittsburgh Medical Center, Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, United States
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- Department of Neurological Surgery, University of Pittsburgh Medical Center, Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, United States
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- Department of Hematology/Oncology, UPMC Children's Hospital of Pittsburgh, Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, United States
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- Department of Hematology/Oncology, UPMC Children's Hospital of Pittsburgh, Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, United States
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- Department of Pathology, Children's Hospital of Pittsburgh, Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, United States
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- Department of Neurological Surgery, University of Pittsburgh Medical Center, Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, United States
- Department of Neurological Surgery, Children's Hospital of Pittsburgh, Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, United States
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Skubitz KM, Marette S, Murugan P, Yueh B, Clohisy DR. Multifocal Desmoid-Type Fibromatosis: Case Series and Potential Relationship to Neuronal Spread. Cureus 2024; 16:e53771. [PMID: 38465095 PMCID: PMC10921122 DOI: 10.7759/cureus.53771] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Accepted: 02/06/2024] [Indexed: 03/12/2024] Open
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Multifocal desmoid-type fibromatosis (DTF) is very rare and usually regional. We report three cases that initially appeared to be multifocal, but subsequent detailed imaging revealed unsuspected tracking along nerves in two cases. This neural spread is reminiscent of neuromuscular choristoma (NMC), a rare developmental lesion in which mature skeletal muscle cells, or rarely smooth muscle cells, infiltrate and enlarge peripheral nerves. NMC is frequently associated with DTF. These two cases suggest that DTF spread along nerves and appeared as distinct multifocal lesions while actually being contiguous. The third case was felt to represent true multifocal tumor development, possibly due to tumor seeding at the time of chest surgery. The relationship of DTF to NMC is discussed.
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- Laboratory Medicine and Pathology, University of Minnesota, Minneapolis, USA
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- Otolaryngology, University of Minnesota, Minneapolis, USA
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- Orthopaedic Surgery, University of Minnesota, Minneapolis, USA
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Zheng C, Huang J, Xu G, Li W, Weng X, Zhang S. The Notch signaling pathway in desmoid tumor: Recent advances and the therapeutic prospects. Biochim Biophys Acta Mol Basis Dis 2024; 1870:166907. [PMID: 37793461 DOI: 10.1016/j.bbadis.2023.166907] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/03/2023] [Revised: 09/27/2023] [Accepted: 09/28/2023] [Indexed: 10/06/2023]
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Desmoid tumor (DT) is a rare fibroblastic soft-tissue neoplasm that is characterized by local aggressiveness but no metastatic potential. Although the prognosis is relatively favorable, the unpredictable disease course and infiltrative growth lead to significant impairments and morbidity. Aberrant activation of Wnt/β-catenin signaling has been well-established in the pathogenesis of sporadic DT and familial adenomatous polyposis (FAP) or Gardners syndrome-associated DT, suggesting therapy targeting this pathway is an appealing treatment strategy. However, agents against this pathway are currently in their preliminary stages and have not yet been implemented in clinical practice. Increasing studies demonstrate activation of the Notch pathway is closely associated with the development and progression of DT, which provides a potential alternative therapeutic target against DT. Early-stage clinical trials and preclinical models have indicated that inhibition of Notch pathway might be a promising treatment approach for DT. The Notch signaling activation is mainly dependent on the activity of the γ-secretase enzyme, which is responsible for cleaving the Notch intracellular domain and facilitating its nuclear translocation to promote gene transcription. Two γ-secretase inhibitors called nirogacestat and AL102 are currently under extensive investigation in the advanced stage of clinical development. The updated findings from the phase III randomized controlled trial (DeFi trial) demonstrated that nirogacestat exerts significant benefits in terms of disease control and symptom resolution in patients with progressive DT. Therefore, this review provides a comprehensive overview of the present understanding of Notch signaling in the pathogenesis of DT, with a particular emphasis on the prospective therapeutic application of γ-secretase inhibitors in the management of DT.
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- Chuanxi Zheng
- Department of Musculoskeletal Tumor Surgery, Shenzhen Second People's Hospital, The First Affiliated Hospital of Shenzhen University, Shenzhen 518035, China
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- Department of Spine Surgery and Orthopedics, Shenzhen Second People's Hospital, The First Affiliated Hospital of Shenzhen University, Health Science Center, Shenzhen 518035, China
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- Department of Musculoskeletal Tumor Surgery, Shenzhen Second People's Hospital, The First Affiliated Hospital of Shenzhen University, Shenzhen 518035, China
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- Department of Musculoskeletal Tumor Surgery, Shenzhen Second People's Hospital, The First Affiliated Hospital of Shenzhen University, Shenzhen 518035, China
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- Department of Pathology, Shenzhen Second People's Hospital, The First Affiliated Hospital of Shenzhen University, Shenzhen 518035, China
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- Department of Musculoskeletal Tumor Surgery, Shenzhen Second People's Hospital, The First Affiliated Hospital of Shenzhen University, Shenzhen 518035, China.
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Hohenberger P, Menge F, Hohenberger R, Kasper B, Marx A, Haller F, Baumgarten C, Wardelmann E, Jakob J. Trauma and sporadic desmoid tumor development: An approach toward real incidence and aspects of causality. Cancer 2024; 130:51-59. [PMID: 37751183 DOI: 10.1002/cncr.35040] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/12/2023] [Revised: 07/12/2023] [Accepted: 08/02/2023] [Indexed: 09/27/2023]
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OBJECTIVES The development of desmoid tumors (DT) is associated with trauma, which is an aspect with medicolegal relevance. The objective of this study was to analyze the proportion and type of trauma (surgical, blunt/fracture, implants), its lag time, and mutations of the CTNNB1 gene in patients with sporadic DT. METHODS We analyzed a prospectively kept database of 381 females and 171 males, median age at disease onset 37.7 years (females) and 39.3 years (males) with a histologically confirmed DT. Patients with germline mutation of the APC gene were excluded. Details of the history particularly of traumatic injuries to the site of DT were provided by 501 patients. RESULTS In 164 patients (32.7%), a trauma anteceding DT could be verified with a median lag time of 22.9 months (SD, 7.7 months; range, 9-44 months). A prior surgical procedure was relevant in 98 patients, a blunt trauma in 35 patients, a punctuated trauma (injections, trocar) in 18 patients, and site of an implant in 10 patients. In 220 patients, no trauma was reported (43.9%), and 58 females (11.6%) had a postpregnancy DT in the rectus abdominis muscle. In 42 patients (8.4%), data were inconclusive. The distribution of mutations in the CTNNB1 gene (codon 41 vs. 45) was similar in patients with and without a history of trauma before DT development. CONCLUSIONS A significant subgroup of patients suffers from a trauma-associated DT, predominantly at a prior surgical site including implants to breast or groin, accounting for 77.9% of the cases, whereas blunt trauma was responsible in 22.1%. We found no data to support that trauma-associated DT have different molecular features in the CTNNB1 gene.
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- Peter Hohenberger
- Division of Surgical Oncology, Department of Surgery, Mannheim University Medical Center, University of Heidelberg, Mannheim, Germany
- Sarcoma Unit, Interdisciplinary Tumor Center, Mannheim University Medical Center, University of Heidelberg, Mannheim, Germany
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- Division of Surgical Oncology, Department of Surgery, Mannheim University Medical Center, University of Heidelberg, Mannheim, Germany
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- Division of Surgical Oncology, Department of Surgery, Mannheim University Medical Center, University of Heidelberg, Mannheim, Germany
- Department of Otorhinolaryngology, Head and Neck Surgery, Heidelberg University Hospital, Heidelberg, Germany
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- Sarcoma Unit, Interdisciplinary Tumor Center, Mannheim University Medical Center, University of Heidelberg, Mannheim, Germany
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- Institute of Pathology, Universitätsmedizin Mannheim, Medical Faculty Mannheim, Heidelberg University, Mannheim, Germany
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- Institute of Pathology, Friedrich-Alexander University Erlangen-Nuremberg, University Hospital Erlangen, Erlangen, Germany
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- Gerhard Domagk Institute of Pathology, University Hospital Muenster, Muenster, Germany
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- Sarcoma Unit, Interdisciplinary Tumor Center, Mannheim University Medical Center, University of Heidelberg, Mannheim, Germany
- Department of Surgery, Universitätsmedizin Mannheim, Medical Faculty Mannheim, Heidelberg University, Mannheim, Germany
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Xie J, Lai S, Wang Y, Ye B, Huang Z, Xi K. Case report: A rare case of desmoid-type fibromatosis originating in the small intestine. Front Med (Lausanne) 2023; 10:1291945. [PMID: 38020181 PMCID: PMC10644715 DOI: 10.3389/fmed.2023.1291945] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/10/2023] [Accepted: 10/12/2023] [Indexed: 12/01/2023] Open
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Background Desmoid-type fibromatosis (DF) is characterized by a rare monoclonal fibroblast proliferation that exhibits variable and unpredictable clinical presentation. DF can be classified into sporadic and hereditary types. Despite extensive research efforts, the exact etiology of DF remains elusive. Case description A 31-year-old male patient presented to the hospital with a progressively growing mass in the right lower abdomen, accompanied by abdominal discomfort. Symptoms are discovered 1 week before admission. Enteroscopy revealed no evidence of colonic abnormalities, and blood tests did not indicate any abnormalities. Due to the indeterminate nature of the mass during surgery, a partial resection of the ileum and cecum was performed, followed by ileocolonic end-to-end anastomosis, with no postoperative complications. The final pathological diagnosis confirmed primary desmoid-type fibromatosis of the distal ileum (invasive fibromatosis). To effectively manage DF, we recommend a follow-up schedule for patients. This includes appointments every 3 months in the first year following surgery, followed by appointments every 6 months up to the fifth year, and then once a year thereafter. The follow-up examinations should include collection of the patient's medical history, physical examination, blood tests, ultrasounds, CT scans, and other relevant assessments. During the first year of the follow-up period, no further treatment was administered, and the patient remained disease-free. Conclusion Desmoid-type fibromatosis (DF) originating from the small intestine is an extremely rare condition that exhibits local invasiveness and can be life-threatening. Despite its benign histology, DF has a high local recurrence rate and lacks metastatic potential. Diagnosis of DF remains challenging, especially in cases where surgical intervention is not feasible due to asymptomatic patients or partial organ impairment. In such cases, a "watchful waiting" approach is recommended as the initial treatment strategy. However, when preoperative diagnosis is difficult, surgery is typically considered the best option. Given the potential for local recurrence and the uncertain long-term prognosis, regular follow-up is necessary.
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- Junfeng Xie
- Department of Gastrointestinal Hernia Surgery, Ganzhou Hospital-Nanfang Hospital, Southern Medical University, Ganzhou, Jiangxi, China
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- Department of Thoracic Surgery, Ganzhou Cancer Hospital, Ganzhou, Jiangxi, China
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- Department of Emergency, The First Affiliated Hospital of Nanchang University, Nanchang, Jiangxi, China
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- Department of Gastrointestinal Hernia Surgery, Ganzhou Hospital-Nanfang Hospital, Southern Medical University, Ganzhou, Jiangxi, China
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- Department of Gastrointestinal Hernia Surgery, Ganzhou Hospital-Nanfang Hospital, Southern Medical University, Ganzhou, Jiangxi, China
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- Department of Gastrointestinal Hernia Surgery, Ganzhou Hospital-Nanfang Hospital, Southern Medical University, Ganzhou, Jiangxi, China
- Department of General Surgery, Nanfang Hospital, Southern Medical University, Guangzhou, China
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Bektas M, Bell T, Khan S, Tumminello B, Fernandez MM, Heyes C, Oton AB. Desmoid Tumors: A Comprehensive Review. Adv Ther 2023; 40:3697-3722. [PMID: 37436594 PMCID: PMC10427533 DOI: 10.1007/s12325-023-02592-0] [Citation(s) in RCA: 4] [Impact Index Per Article: 4.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/25/2023] [Accepted: 06/21/2023] [Indexed: 07/13/2023]
Abstract
Desmoid tumors (DT) are rare, locally aggressive, fibroblastic soft-tissue tumors that are characterized by infiltrative growth and can affect organs and adjacent structures, resulting in substantial clinical burden impacting patients' health-related quality of life. Searches of PubMed, Embase, Cochrane, and key conferences were conducted in November 2021 and updated periodically through March 2023 to identify articles describing the burden of DT. Of 651 publications identified, 96 relevant ones were retained. Diagnosis of DT is challenging because of its morphologic heterogeneity and variable clinical presentation. Patients visit multiple healthcare providers, often facing delays in correct diagnosis. The low incidence of DT (estimated 3-5 cases per million person-years) limits disease awareness. Patients with DT experience a high symptom burden: up to 63% of patients experience chronic pain, which leads to sleep disturbance (73% of cases), irritability (46% of cases), and anxiety/depression (15% of cases). Frequently mentioned symptoms are pain, limited function and mobility, fatigue, muscle weakness, and swelling around the tumor. Overall, quality of life in patients with DT is lower than in healthy controls. There is no treatment approved by the US Food and Drug Administration for DT; however, treatment guidelines reference available options, such as active surveillance, surgery, systemic therapy, and locoregional therapy. Choice of active treatment may depend on tumor location, symptoms, and risk of morbidity. The substantial burden of illness of DT is related to difficulties in timely and accurate diagnosis, high symptom burden (pain and functional limitations), and decreased quality of life. There is a high unmet need for treatments that specifically target DT and improve quality of life.
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- Meryem Bektas
- RTI Health Solutions, Research Triangle Park, NC, USA
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- SpringWorks Therapeutics, Inc., Stamford, CT, USA.
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- RTI Health Solutions, Research Triangle Park, NC, USA
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- SpringWorks Therapeutics, Inc., Stamford, CT, USA
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Eid M, Hafez H, El-Shaqanqery HE, Samir O, El Nadi I, Elwakeel M, Salama A, Younes A, Ahmed G, Yasser N, Kieran MW, Sayed A, Haddad AE. Predictive value of micro-RNA expression profiling in pediatric desmoid fibromatosis. Acta Oncol 2023; 62:1014-1020. [PMID: 37493630 DOI: 10.1080/0284186x.2023.2238881] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/16/2022] [Accepted: 06/07/2023] [Indexed: 07/27/2023]
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- Mohamed Eid
- Department of Pediatric Oncology, Children's Cancer Hospital Egypt (CCHE 57357), Cairo, Egypt
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- Department of Pediatric Oncology, Children's Cancer Hospital Egypt (CCHE 57357), Cairo, Egypt
- Department of Pediatric Oncology, National Cancer Institute, Cairo University, Cairo, Egypt
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- Genomics Department, Children's Cancer Hospital Egypt (CCHE 57357), Cairo, Egypt
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- Genomics Department, Children's Cancer Hospital Egypt (CCHE 57357), Cairo, Egypt
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- Department of Pediatric Oncology, Children's Cancer Hospital Egypt (CCHE 57357), Cairo, Egypt
- Department of Medical Oncology, Beni-Swef University, Cairo, Egypt
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- Department of Diagnostic Radiology, Children's Cancer Hospital Egypt (CCHE 57357), National Cancer Institute Cairo University, Cairo, Egypt
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- Department of Surgical Pathology, National Cancer Institute, Children's Cancer Hospital Egypt (CCHE 57357), Cairo University, Cairo, Egypt
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- Surgical Oncology Department, Children's Cancer Hospital Egypt (CCHE 57357), National Cancer Institute, Cairo University, Cairo, Egypt
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- Surgical Oncology Department, Surgery Department, Children's Cancer Hospital, Egypt (CCHE), Helwan University, Cairo, Egypt
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- Biostatistician - Clinical Research Department, Children's Cancer Hospital Egypt (CCHE), Cairo, Egypt
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- Department of Pediatric Oncology, Children's Cancer Hospital Egypt (CCHE 57357), Cairo, Egypt
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- Genomics Department, Children's Cancer Hospital Egypt (CCHE 57357), Cairo, Egypt
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- Department of Pediatric Oncology, Children's Cancer Hospital Egypt (CCHE 57357), Cairo, Egypt
- Department of Pediatric Oncology, National Cancer Institute, Cairo University, Cairo, Egypt
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Yeo SY, Bratke G, Knöll P, Walter S, Maintz D, Grüll H. Case Report: Desmoid tumor response to magnetic resonance-guided high intensity focused ultrasound over 4 years. Front Oncol 2023; 13:1124244. [PMID: 37361566 PMCID: PMC10289281 DOI: 10.3389/fonc.2023.1124244] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/14/2022] [Accepted: 05/02/2023] [Indexed: 06/28/2023] Open
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Desmoid tumors are a rare form of cancer, which show locally aggressive invasion of surrounding tissues and may occur anywhere in the body. Treatment options comprise conservative watch and wait strategies as tumors may show spontaneous regression as well as surgical resection, radiation therapy, nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAID), chemotherapy, or local thermoablative approaches for progressive disease. The latter comprises cryotherapy, radiofrequency, microwave ablation, or thermal ablation with high intensity focused ultrasound (HIFU) as the only entirely non-invasive option. This report presents a case where a desmoid tumor at the left dorsal humerus was 2 times surgically resected and, after recurrence, thermally ablated with HIFU under magnetic resonance image-guidance (MR-HIFU). In our report, we analyze tumor volume and/or pain score during standard of care (2 years) and after HIFU treatment over a 4-year follow-up period. Results showed MR-HIFU treatment led to complete tumor remission and pain response.
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- Sin Yuin Yeo
- Institute of Diagnostic and Interventional Radiology, Faculty of Medicine and University Hospital of Cologne, University of Cologne, Cologne, Germany
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- Institute of Diagnostic and Interventional Radiology, Faculty of Medicine and University Hospital of Cologne, University of Cologne, Cologne, Germany
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- Department of Orthopedic Surgery and Traumatology, Faculty of Medicine and University Hospital of Cologne, University of Cologne, Cologne, Germany
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- Department of Orthopedic Surgery and Traumatology, Faculty of Medicine and University Hospital of Cologne, University of Cologne, Cologne, Germany
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- Institute of Diagnostic and Interventional Radiology, Faculty of Medicine and University Hospital of Cologne, University of Cologne, Cologne, Germany
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- Institute of Diagnostic and Interventional Radiology, Faculty of Medicine and University Hospital of Cologne, University of Cologne, Cologne, Germany
- Department of Chemistry, Faculty of Mathematics and Natural Sciences, University of Cologne, Cologne, Germany
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Li S, Yuan X, Yi Z, Dai H, Yang L, Dai Z, Yan G. Dual-phase contrast-enhanced multislice computed tomography scans play a key role in the diagnosis of abdominal wall desmoid-type fibromatoses. Technol Health Care 2023; 31:45-54. [PMID: 37038780 DOI: 10.3233/thc-236005] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 04/12/2023]
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BACKGROUND Abdominal wall desmoid-type fibromatoses (AWDF) are occasionally encountered in clinical work, but related CT reports are rare, and most cases were misdiagnosed as malignant tumors. OBJECTIVE We aimed to determine the diagnostic value of multislice computed tomography (MSCT) in relation to the clinical diagnosis of AWDF. METHODS The medical records of 14 patients whose pathology results provided initial confirmation of AWDF were reviewed, and data describing their clinical characteristics, tumors' MSCT characteristics, and the condition of the surrounding tissues were analyzed and summarized retrospectively. Intraobserver and interobserver reproducibilities were evaluated. RESULTS AWDF tended to occur in women of childbearing age (24-32 years). They occurred more frequently during the first year following pregnancy. The mean disease duration was 5.64 ± 3.78 months. All isolated tumors were growing along the musculoaponeurotic layer, and their maximum diameters were between 32 and 76 mm. Tumors' capsules were incomplete, and although the tumors infiltrated the surrounding muscles, the surrounding fat tissue and vessels were not infiltrated. None of the patients' tumors showed cystic degeneration, calcification, necrosis, or peritumoral edema. The tumors had slightly lower densities on the pre-contrast enhancement scans and mild-to-moderate enhancement after contrast enhancement. All tumors contained ribbon-like structures, and approximately 65% of the tumors encircled vascular structures. CONCLUSION Dual-phase contrast-enhanced MSCT scans were associated with a high level of diagnostic efficacy for AWDF. The abdominal wall masses grew along the musculoaponeurotic layer, which, together with the ribbon-like structures within the tumors, should prompt clinicians to consider the presence of AWDF.
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- Shengkai Li
- Department of Radiology, Huizhou Municipal Central Hospital, Huizhou, Guangdong, China
- Department of Radiology, Huizhou Municipal Central Hospital, Huizhou, Guangdong, China
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- Department of Ultrasound, Huizhou Municipal Central Hospital, Huizhou, Guangdong, China
- Department of Radiology, Huizhou Municipal Central Hospital, Huizhou, Guangdong, China
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- Department of Pathology, Huizhou Municipal Central Hospital, Huizhou, Guangdong, China
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- Department of Radiology, Huizhou Municipal Central Hospital, Huizhou, Guangdong, China
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- Department of Medical Imaging, The Second Affiliated Hospital, Medical College of Shantou University, Shantou, Guangdong, China
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- Department of Medical Imaging, The Second Affiliated Hospital, Medical College of Shantou University, Shantou, Guangdong, China
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- Department of Radiology, The Second Affiliated Hospital of Xiamen Medical College, Xiamen, Fujian, China
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Tsukamoto S, Takahama T, Mavrogenis AF, Tanaka Y, Tanaka Y, Errani C. Clinical outcomes of medical treatments for progressive desmoid tumors following active surveillance: a systematic review. Musculoskelet Surg 2023; 107:7-18. [PMID: 35150408 DOI: 10.1007/s12306-022-00738-x] [Citation(s) in RCA: 7] [Impact Index Per Article: 7.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/07/2021] [Accepted: 01/29/2022] [Indexed: 12/14/2022]
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Approximately 80% of desmoid tumors (DTs) show spontaneous regression or disease stabilization during first-line active surveillance. Medical treatment can be considered in cases of disease progression. This systematic review aimed to evaluate the effectiveness and toxicity of each medical treatment by reviewing only the studies that included progressive disease as the inclusion criterion. We searched the EMBASE, PubMed, and CENTRAL databases to identify published studies for progressive DTs. The disease control rates of the medical treatments, such as low-dose chemotherapy with methotrexate plus vinblastine or vinorelbine, imatinib, sorafenib, pazopanib, nilotinib, anlotinib, doxorubicin-based agents, liposomal doxorubicin, hydroxyurea, and oral vinorelbine for progressive DTs were 71-100%, 78-92%, 67-96%, 84%, 88%, 86%, 89-100%, 90-100%, 75%, and 64%, respectively. Low-dose chemotherapy, sorafenib, pazopanib, nilotinib, anlotinib, and liposomal doxorubicin had similar toxicities. Sorafenib and pazopanib were less toxic than imatinib. Doxorubicin-based chemotherapy was associated with the highest toxicity. Hydroxyurea and oral vinorelbine exhibited the lowest toxicity. Stepwise therapy escalation from an initial, less toxic treatment to more toxic agents is recommended for progressive DTs. Sorafenib and pazopanib had limited on-treatment side effects but had the possibility to induce long-term treatment-related side effects. In contrast, low-dose chemotherapy has some on-treatment side effects and is known to have very low long-term toxicity. Thus, for progressive DTs following active surveillance, low-dose chemotherapy is recommended in young patients as long-term side effects are minor, whereas therapies such as sorafenib and pazopanib is recommended for older patients as early side effects are minor.
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- S Tsukamoto
- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Nara Medical University, 840, Shijo-cho, Kashihara, Nara, 634-8521, Japan.
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- Department of Medical Oncology, Kindai University Nara Hospital, Nara, 630-0293, Japan
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- First Department of Orthopaedics, School of Medicine, National and Kapodistrian University of Athens, 41 Ventouri Street, Holargos, 15562, Athens, Greece
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- Department of Anesthesiology, Nara Medical University, 840, Shijo-cho, Kashihara, Nara, 634-8521, Japan
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- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Nara Medical University, 840, Shijo-cho, Kashihara, Nara, 634-8521, Japan
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- Department of Orthopaedic Oncology, IRCCS Istituto Ortopedico Rizzoli, Via Pupilli 1, 40136, Bologna, Italy
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Wilke BK, Garner HW, Bestic JM, Chase LA, Heckman MG, Schoch JJ, Attia S. A Pilot Study of Intralesional Injection of Triamcinolone Acetonide for Desmoid Tumors: Two-Year Outcomes. Clin Cancer Res 2023; 29:541-547. [PMID: 36455003 DOI: 10.1158/1078-0432.ccr-22-2732] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/16/2022] [Revised: 10/22/2022] [Accepted: 11/29/2022] [Indexed: 12/03/2022]
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PURPOSE The purpose of this pilot study was to examine the clinical efficacy and safety of serial triamcinolone injections for the treatment of desmoid tumors. PATIENTS AND METHODS Nine patients were enrolled into this prospective study and underwent three serial ultrasound-guided triamcinolone injections (120 mg) at 6-week intervals. MRI was compared at baseline and every 6 months, out to 24 months. Safety and tolerability were assessed by clinical evaluation and questionnaires, including the 12-item short form survey (SF-12), visual analog scale (VAS), and desmoid patient-reported outcome (PRO) tool. RESULTS At 24 months, 8 (88.9%) patients demonstrated a reduction in the volume of their tumor while 1 (11.1%) enlarged. Median tumor volume change was -26.9% (-81.1% to 34.6%; P = 0.055) All 9 tumors remained stable based on World Health Organization criteria, whereas 2 (22.2%) demonstrated partial response based on RECIST. There was a significant decrease in the tumor:muscle postcontrast mean signal intensity ratio at 6 months (P = 0.008) and 24 months (P = 0.004). There was a similar decrease in the tumor:muscle T2 mean signal intensity ratio at 24 months (P = 0.02). We found no difference in the SF-12 and VAS scores, but there were significant improvements in the desmoid PRO. CONCLUSIONS Treatment of desmoid tumors with serial triamcinolone injections appears safe and well tolerated by patients, with a 22% partial response based on RECIST. Further research is needed to confirm our results and determine factors predictive of response.
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- Benjamin K Wilke
- Department of Orthopedic Surgery, Mayo Clinic, Jacksonville, Florida
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- Department of Orthopedic Surgery, Mayo Clinic, Jacksonville, Florida
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- Division of Clinical Trials and Biostatistics, Mayo Clinic, Jacksonville, Florida
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- Department of Orthopedic Surgery, Mayo Clinic, Jacksonville, Florida
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- Division of Medical Oncology, Mayo Clinic, Jacksonville, Florida
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Molecular pathogenesis of desmoid tumor and the role of γ-secretase inhibition. NPJ Precis Oncol 2022; 6:62. [PMID: 36068332 PMCID: PMC9448813 DOI: 10.1038/s41698-022-00308-1] [Citation(s) in RCA: 11] [Impact Index Per Article: 5.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/05/2022] [Accepted: 08/23/2022] [Indexed: 11/08/2022] Open
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Desmoid tumor (DT) is a rare, soft tissue neoplasm associated with an unpredictable clinical course. Although lacking metastatic potential, DT is often locally aggressive and invasive, causing significant morbidity. Both sporadic DT and familial adenomatous polyposis (FAP)-associated DT are linked to constitutive activation of the Wnt signaling pathway with mutations in the β-catenin oncogene CTNNB1 or the tumor suppressor gene APC, respectively. Cross-talk between the Notch and Wnt pathways, as well as activation of the Notch pathway resulting from dysregulation of the Wnt pathway, suggest a possible therapeutic target for DT. Due to the role γ-secretase plays in Notch signaling through cleavage of the Notch intracellular domain (with subsequent translocation to the nucleus to activate gene transcription), γ-secretase inhibitors (GSIs) have emerged as a potential treatment for DT. Two GSIs, nirogacestat (PF-03084014) and AL102 are in later-stage clinical development; nirogacestat is being evaluated in a phase 3, randomized, placebo-controlled trial while AL102 is being evaluated in a phase 2/3, dose-finding (part A) and placebo-controlled (part B) trial. This review summarizes current understanding of the molecular pathogenesis of DT focusing on dysregulation of the Wnt signaling pathway, crosstalk with the Notch pathway, and the potential therapeutic role for GSIs in DT.
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Choe E, Kata A, Mahadevan LSK, Bhanot P. Abdominal wall intramuscular desmoid fibromatosis: a case report. J Surg Case Rep 2022; 2022:rjac401. [PMID: 36172062 PMCID: PMC9512405 DOI: 10.1093/jscr/rjac401] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/21/2022] [Accepted: 08/18/2022] [Indexed: 11/29/2022] Open
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Desmoid tumors are rare benign myofibroblastic neoplasms that do not have metastatic potential. In this study, we report a case of a desmoid tumor in the left rectus abdominis muscle of a female patient. Computed tomography, abdominal ultrasound and magnetic resonance imaging were obtained preoperatively. We performed a complete resection with negative margins. Microscopic evaluation revealed a desmoid tumor. To definitively diagnose abdominal wall masses, imaging modalities must be used in conjunction with clinical history and histologic findings. For these masses, surgical resection is the preferred line of treatment.
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- Erica Choe
- Department of Surgery, MedStar Georgetown University Hospital , Washington, DC , USA
- Georgetown University School of Medicine , Washington, DC , USA
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- Department of Surgery, MedStar Georgetown University Hospital , Washington, DC , USA
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- Department of Surgery, MedStar Georgetown University Hospital , Washington, DC , USA
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Yan J, Chazen JL. Postoperative lumbar fusion paraspinal desmoid tumor case report. Radiol Case Rep 2022; 17:2960-2962. [PMID: 35755119 PMCID: PMC9217991 DOI: 10.1016/j.radcr.2022.05.022] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/14/2022] [Revised: 05/02/2022] [Accepted: 05/11/2022] [Indexed: 11/20/2022] Open
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Desmoid tumors are rare soft tissue tumors with slow growth and high recurrence rates. They typically arise sporadically in the abdominal wall or retroperitoneum, with a few rare cases reported after trauma and surgery. Postoperative desmoid tumors in adults are very rare with only 7 reported cases involving the paraspinal location. This is the first reported case of a male patient with a postoperative paraspinal desmoid tumor.
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- Jenny Yan
- New York Presbyterian Hospital Weill Cornell Medicine, New York, NY 10065, USA
- Corresponding author.
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Skubitz KM, Murugan P, Corless CL. Biclonal Desmoid-Type Fibromatosis With Two Beta-Catenin Mutations: Evidence for the Recruitment of Normal Myofibroblasts. Cureus 2022; 14:e28006. [PMID: 36134040 PMCID: PMC9481206 DOI: 10.7759/cureus.28006] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Accepted: 08/08/2022] [Indexed: 11/05/2022] Open
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Sporadic aggressive fibromatosis, or desmoid-type fibromatosis, is characterized by oncogenic mutations in CTNNB1. The clonal cell is a myofibroblast-like cell, and it has been hypothesized that the recruitment of normal myofibroblasts could contribute significantly to the tumor. We describe a case in which a CTNNB1 p.T41A mutation was present at a mutant allele frequency of 30%, suggesting that a significant proportion of the tumor myofibroblasts may have been recruited from normal precursor pools. In addition, a small subclone with a p.S45F mutation (allele frequency of 2%) was identified in the tumor. This case provides additional evidence that myofibroblasts recruited by a tumor from a normal precursor pool contribute significantly to the tumor; such recruitment could impact response to treatment and long-term outcomes.
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Prete F, Rotelli M, Stella A, Calculli G, Sgaramella LI, Amati A, Resta N, Testini M, Gurrado A. Intraabdominal sporadic desmoid tumors and inflammation: an updated literature review and presentation and insights on pathogenesis of synchronous sporadic mesenteric desmoid tumors occurring after surgery for necrotizing pancreatitis. Clin Exp Med 2022:10.1007/s10238-022-00849-6. [PMID: 35913675 DOI: 10.1007/s10238-022-00849-6] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/05/2022] [Accepted: 06/13/2022] [Indexed: 11/27/2022]
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Sporadic intra-abdominal desmoid tumors are rare and known to potentially occur after trauma including previous surgery, although knowledge of the underlying pathogenetic mechanism is still limited. We reviewed the recent literature on sporadic intraabdominal desmoids and inflammation as we investigated the mutational and epigenetic makeup of a case of multiple synchronous mesenterial desmoids occurring after necrotizing pancreatitis. A 62-year-old man had four mesenteric masses up to 4.8 cm diameter detected on CT eighteen months after laparotomy for peripancreatic collections from necrotizing pancreatitis. All tumors were excised and diagnosed as mesenteric desmoids. DNA from peripheral blood was tested for a multigene panel. The tumour DNA was screened for three most frequent β-catenin gene mutations T41A, S45F and S45P. Expression levels of miR-21-3p and miR-197-3-p were compared between the desmoid tumors and other wild-type sporadic desmoids. The T41A CTNNB1 mutation was present in all four desmoid tumors. miR-21-3p and miR-197-3p were respectively upregulated and down-regulated in the mutated sporadic mesenteric desmoids, with respect to wild-type lesions. The patient is free from recurrence 34 months post-surgery. The literature review did not show similar studies. To our knowledge, this is the first study to interrogate genetic and epigenetic signature of multiple intraabdominal desmoids to investigate potential association with abdominal inflammation following surgery for necrotizing pancreatitis. We found mutational and epigenetic features that hint at potential activation of inflammation pathways within the desmoid tumor.
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- Francesco Prete
- Academic General Surgery Unit, Department of Biomedical Sciences and Human Oncology, University of Bari "Aldo Moro" Medical School, 11, Piazza Giulio Cesare, 70124, Bari, Italy.
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- General Surgery and Liver Transplantation Unit, Department of Emergency and Organ Transplantation, University of Bari "Aldo Moro" Medical School, Bari, Italy
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- Division of Medical Genetics, Department of Biomedical Sciences and Human Oncology, University of Bari "Aldo Moro" Medical School, Bari, Italy
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- Academic General Surgery Unit, Department of Biomedical Sciences and Human Oncology, University of Bari "Aldo Moro" Medical School, 11, Piazza Giulio Cesare, 70124, Bari, Italy
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- Academic General Surgery Unit, Department of Biomedical Sciences and Human Oncology, University of Bari "Aldo Moro" Medical School, 11, Piazza Giulio Cesare, 70124, Bari, Italy
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- Division of Pathology, Department of Emergency and Organ Transplantation, University of Bari "Aldo Moro" Medical School, Bari, Italy
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- Division of Medical Genetics, Department of Biomedical Sciences and Human Oncology, University of Bari "Aldo Moro" Medical School, Bari, Italy
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- Academic General Surgery Unit, Department of Biomedical Sciences and Human Oncology, University of Bari "Aldo Moro" Medical School, 11, Piazza Giulio Cesare, 70124, Bari, Italy
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- Academic General Surgery Unit, Department of Biomedical Sciences and Human Oncology, University of Bari "Aldo Moro" Medical School, 11, Piazza Giulio Cesare, 70124, Bari, Italy
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Elhaddad B, Gopireddy D, Liu S. A Giant Sporadic Intra-abdominal Desmoid Tumor in a Male Patient: A Case Report. Cureus 2022; 14:e26633. [PMID: 35949762 PMCID: PMC9356662 DOI: 10.7759/cureus.26633] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/09/2022] [Accepted: 07/06/2022] [Indexed: 11/08/2022] Open
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Desmoid tumors (DTs) are rare locally aggressive benign soft tissue tumors with an estimated annual incidence of two to four new cases per million people. The giant intra-abdominal mass presents a diagnostic challenge that includes a broad differential diagnosis of gastrointestinal stromal tumor (GIST), fibrosarcoma, retroperitoneal fibrosis, and other malignancies from adjacent organs. We report a case of a 38-year-old male patient with a giant intra‑abdominal mass. Magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) of the abdomen and pelvis indicated mucinous cystic neoplasm or gastrointestinal stromal tumor (GIST), but histopathology confirmed it to be a desmoid tumor. The patient was discharged, and on follow-up five months until now, there is no recurrence. This case highlighted the importance of including DT in the differential diagnosis of very large intra‑abdominal masses.
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Zhou MY, Bui NQ, Charville GW, Ghanouni P, Ganjoo KN. Current management and recent progress in desmoid tumors. Cancer Treat Res Commun 2022; 31:100562. [PMID: 35460976 DOI: 10.1016/j.ctarc.2022.100562] [Citation(s) in RCA: 12] [Impact Index Per Article: 6.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/25/2022] [Revised: 03/31/2022] [Accepted: 04/04/2022] [Indexed: 06/14/2023]
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Desmoid tumors are rare soft tissue tumors that can have aggressive infiltrative growth and relapse locally. Desmoid tumors can impact functionality and cause treatment-related morbidity and mortality. Here, the authors review current management strategies and avenues for further investigation. As part of the evolution of therapy away from primary surgical approaches to less invasive options, image-guided ablation has been accepted as less morbid and include cryoablation and high-intensity focused ultrasound. Systemic therapy options currently include hormonal agents, nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs, tyrosine kinase inhibitors, and anthracycline-based regimens. Hormonal agents and nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs have benign side effect profiles but generally limited efficacy. Anthracycline-based therapies are limited by the risk of secondary malignancies and cardiomyopathy. Tyrosine kinase inhibitors are well studied, and sorafenib is now one of the most utilized therapies, though limited by its side effect profile. Nirogacestat (PF-0308401) is an investigational small molecule gamma-secretase (GS) inhibitor that has demonstrated efficacy in phase 1 and II trials. A phase III trial investigating patients with desmoid tumors or aggressive fibromatosis is estimated to be completed December 2021 (NCT03785964). In addition to nirogacestat, the gamma-secretase inhibitor AL102 is being investigated for the treatment of patients with progressing desmoid tumors in the phase II/III RINGSIDE trial. Finally, the beta-catenin inhibitor Tegavivint (BC2059) is being investigated in a phase 1 open-label trial in patients with a proven primary or recurrent desmoid tumor that is unresectable and symptomatic or progressive.
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- Maggie Y Zhou
- Department of Medicine, Stanford University School of Medicine, Stanford, CA
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- Department of Medicine (Oncology), Stanford University School of Medicine, 875 Blake Wilbur Drive, Stanford, CA, 94305, USA
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- Department of Pathology, Stanford University School of Medicine, Stanford, CA, USA
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- Department of Radiology, Stanford University School of Medicine, Stanford, CA
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- Department of Medicine (Oncology), Stanford University School of Medicine, 875 Blake Wilbur Drive, Stanford, CA, 94305, USA.
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Mo S, Chen J, Zhang R, Yang C, Wang T, Chen L, Chen W. High-Intensity Focused Ultrasound Ablation for Postoperative Recurrent Desmoid Tumors: Preliminary Results. ULTRASOUND IN MEDICINE & BIOLOGY 2022; 48:638-645. [PMID: 35039192 DOI: 10.1016/j.ultrasmedbio.2021.12.002] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/14/2021] [Revised: 10/17/2021] [Accepted: 12/01/2021] [Indexed: 06/14/2023]
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This study was aimed at evaluating the feasibility, safety and therapeutic effects of high-intensity focused ultrasound ablation (HIFUA) in the treatment of post-operative recurrent desmoid tumors. From September 2017 to May 2020, 42 consecutive patients with pathologically proven desmoid tumors treated with HIFUA for the first time were enrolled. These were divided into two groups: post-operative recurrent group (30 cases) and non-surgery group (12 cases). The basic characteristics, treatment parameters, ablation efficacy, tolerance and adverse events were recorded and compared between groups. The minimum distance between the tumor and skin surface in the post-operative recurrent group was significantly smaller than that in the non-surgery group (6.9 mm vs. 10.8 mm, p = 0.011), but there was no significant difference in the other basic characteristics (p > 0.05). The average acoustic power and intensity of treatment in the post-operative recurrent group were significantly lower than those in the non-surgery group (p = 0.006 and 0.036, respectively), but there was no significant difference in the remaining parameters or in ablation efficacy between groups (p > 0.05). HIFUA was successfully performed, and a large volume of coagulation necrosis was obtained from all patients without serious or life-threatening adverse events. Furthermore, there was no significant difference in the incidence of moderate adverse events and average length of stay between groups (p > 0.05). The average power and intensity of HIFUA treatment were adversely affected by surgical scar and tumor infiltration along the surgical path. However, HIFUA can still be used as an effective minimally invasive therapy for the local control of post-operative recurrent desmoid tumors.
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- Shaojiang Mo
- State Key Laboratory of Ultrasound in Medicine and Engineering, College of Biomedical Engineering, Chongqing Medical University, Chongqing, China
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- State Key Laboratory of Ultrasound in Medicine and Engineering, College of Biomedical Engineering, Chongqing Medical University, Chongqing, China; Ultrasound Ablation Center of the First Affiliated Hospital of Chongqing Medical University, Yuanjiagang, Yuzhong District, Chongqing, China
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- State Key Laboratory of Ultrasound in Medicine and Engineering, College of Biomedical Engineering, Chongqing Medical University, Chongqing, China
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- State Key Laboratory of Ultrasound in Medicine and Engineering, College of Biomedical Engineering, Chongqing Medical University, Chongqing, China
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- State Key Laboratory of Ultrasound in Medicine and Engineering, College of Biomedical Engineering, Chongqing Medical University, Chongqing, China
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- Haifu Hospital of the First Affiliated Hospital of Chongqing Medical University, Renhe, North New Zone District, Chongqing, China
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- State Key Laboratory of Ultrasound in Medicine and Engineering, College of Biomedical Engineering, Chongqing Medical University, Chongqing, China; Haifu Hospital of the First Affiliated Hospital of Chongqing Medical University, Renhe, North New Zone District, Chongqing, China.
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Arifi S. Personalised pharmacotherapy options for soft tissue sarcomas. EXPERT REVIEW OF PRECISION MEDICINE AND DRUG DEVELOPMENT 2022. [DOI: 10.1080/23808993.2022.2038562] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 10/18/2022]
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- Samia Arifi
- Department of medical oncology, Hassan II University Hospital, Faculty of Medicine and Pharmacy, University of Sidi Mohamed Ben Abdellah, Fez, Morocco
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Mastoraki A, Schizas D, Vassiliu S, Saliaris K, Giagkos GC, Theochari M, Vergadis C, Tolia M, Vassiliu P, Felekouras E. Evaluation of diagnostic algorithm and therapeutic interventions for intra-abdominal desmoid tumors. Surg Oncol 2022; 41:101724. [DOI: 10.1016/j.suronc.2022.101724] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/20/2021] [Revised: 01/03/2022] [Accepted: 02/13/2022] [Indexed: 11/09/2022]
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Geisenhainer K, Klenke D, Moser N, Kurbad O, Bremmer F, Kauffmann P, Schliephake H, Brockmeyer P. Desmoid fibromatosis in the pharyngeal wall: A case report and literature review. Clin Case Rep 2022; 10:e05268. [PMID: 35028152 PMCID: PMC8741869 DOI: 10.1002/ccr3.5268] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/05/2021] [Revised: 12/13/2021] [Accepted: 12/22/2021] [Indexed: 11/10/2022] Open
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Desmoid fibromatosis (DF) is one of the rarest locally aggressive growing benign tumor entities. We present an overview of the literature and a rare clinical case of a 22-year-old female patient, who was diagnosed with aggressive DF in the left pharyngeal wall at the age of 4 years old.
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- Katharina Geisenhainer
- Department of Oral and Maxillofacial SurgeryUniversity Medical Center GreifswaldGreifswaldGermany
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- Department of OrthodonticsUniversity Medical Center GoettingenGoettingenGermany
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- Department of Oral and Maxillofacial SurgeryUniversity Medical Center GoettingenGoettingenGermany
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- Department of ProsthodonticsUniversity Medical Center GoettingenGoettingenGermany
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- Institute of PathologyUniversity Medical Center GoettingenGoettingenGermany
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- Department of Oral and Maxillofacial SurgeryUniversity Medical Center GoettingenGoettingenGermany
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- Department of Oral and Maxillofacial SurgeryUniversity Medical Center GoettingenGoettingenGermany
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- Department of Oral and Maxillofacial SurgeryUniversity Medical Center GoettingenGoettingenGermany
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Müller PP, Agaimy A, Weyand M, Heim C. Mitral Multifocal Papillary Fibroelastoma in a Patient with Aggressive Fibromatosis. Thorac Cardiovasc Surg Rep 2021; 10:e61-e63. [PMID: 34966639 PMCID: PMC8710145 DOI: 10.1055/s-0041-1736208] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/30/2021] [Accepted: 06/29/2021] [Indexed: 11/02/2022] Open
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AbstractMitral valve fibroelastoma is a rare condition that can be associated with high morbidity rates due to thrombus formation and resulting embolic events. Causative treatment for affected patients is mitral valve surgery. An association between cardiac fibroelastoma and desmoid-type fibromatosis, an aggressive form of fibromatosis, is not yet described. We present a case of a 58-year-old man with a history of desmoid-type fibromatosis and concomitant papillary fibroelastoma of the mitral valve who consequently underwent mitral valve replacement.
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- Philipp P. Müller
- Department of Cardiac Surgery, Friedrich–Alexander University Erlangen–Nuremberg, Erlangen, Germany
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- Institute of Pathology, Friedrich–Alexander University Erlangen–Nuremberg, Erlangen, Germany
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- Department of Cardiac Surgery, Friedrich–Alexander University Erlangen–Nuremberg, Erlangen, Germany
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- Department of Cardiac Surgery, Friedrich–Alexander University Erlangen–Nuremberg, Erlangen, Germany
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Shi Z, Zhao XM, Jiang JM, Li M, Xie LZ. Clinical and imaging features of desmoid tumors of the extremities. World J Clin Cases 2021; 9:8710-8717. [PMID: 34734049 PMCID: PMC8546812 DOI: 10.12998/wjcc.v9.i29.8710] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/17/2021] [Revised: 07/14/2021] [Accepted: 08/13/2021] [Indexed: 02/06/2023] Open
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BACKGROUND Desmoid fibroma is a rare soft tissue tumor originating from the aponeurosis, fascia, and muscle, and it is also known as aponeurotic fibroma, invasive fibroma, or ligamentous fibroma.
AIM To investigate the clinical and imaging features of desmoid tumors of the extremities.
METHODS Thirteen patients with desmoid fibroma of the extremities admitted to our hospital from October 2016 to March 2021 were included. All patients underwent computed tomography (CT), magnetic resonance imaging (MRI), and pathological examination of the lesion. Data on the diameter and distribution of the lesion, the relationship between the lesion morphology and surrounding structures, MRI and CT findings, and pathological features were statistically analyzed.
RESULTS The lesion diameter ranged from 1.7 to 8.9 cm, with an average of 5.35 ± 2.39 cm. All lesions were located in the deep muscular space, with the left and right forearm each accounting for 23.08% of cases. Among the 13 patients with desmoid fibroma of the extremities, the lesions were "patchy" in 1 case, irregular in 10, and quasi-round in 2. The boundary between the lesion and surrounding soft tissue was blurred in 10 cases, and the focus infiltrated along the tissue space and invaded the adjacent structures. Furthermore, the edge of the lesion showed "beard-like" infiltration in 2 cases; bone resorption and damage were found in 8, and bending of the bone was present in 2; the boundary of the focus was clear in 1. According to the MRI examination, the lesions were larger than 5 cm (61.54%), round or fusiform in shape (84.62%), had an unclear boundary (76.92%), showed uniform signal (69.23%), inhomogeneous enhancement (84.62%), and "root" or "claw" infiltration (69.23%). Neurovascular tract invasion was present in 30.77% of cases. CT examination showed that the desmoid tumors had slightly a lower density (69.23%), higher enhancement (61.54%), and unclear boundary (84.62%); a CT value < 50 Hu was present in 53.85% of lesions, and the enhancement was uneven in 53.85% of cases. Microscopically, fibroblasts and myofibroblasts were arranged in strands and bundles, without obvious atypia but with occasional karyotyping; cells were surrounded by collagen tissue. There were disparities in the proportion of collagen tissue in different regions, with abundant collagen tissue and few tumor cells in some areas, similar to the structure of aponeuroses or ligaments, and tumor cells invading the surrounding tissues.
CONCLUSION Desmoid tumors of the extremities have certain imaging features on CT and MRI. The two imaging techniques can be combined to improve the diagnostic accuracy, achieve a comprehensive diagnosis of the disease in the clinical practice, and reduce the risk of missed diagnosis or misdiagnosis. In addition, their use can ensure timely diagnosis and treatment.
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- Zhuo Shi
- Department of Imaging Diagnosis, National Cancer Center/National Clinical Research Center for Cancer/Cancer Hospital, Chinese Academy of Medical Sciences and Peking Union Medical College, Beijing 100021, China
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- Department of Imaging Diagnosis, National Cancer Center/National Clinical Research Center for Cancer/Cancer Hospital, Chinese Academy of Medical Sciences and Peking Union Medical College, Beijing 100021, China
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- Department of Imaging Diagnosis, National Cancer Center/National Clinical Research Center for Cancer/Cancer Hospital, Chinese Academy of Medical Sciences and Peking Union Medical College, Beijing 100021, China
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- Department of Imaging Diagnosis, National Cancer Center/National Clinical Research Center for Cancer/Cancer Hospital, Chinese Academy of Medical Sciences and Peking Union Medical College, Beijing 100021, China
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- GE Healthcare China, Beijing 100176, China
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Yang T, Liu H, Liao Z, Zhang C, Xiang L, Yang J. Postoperative Adjuvant Radiotherapy Can Delay the Recurrence of Desmoid Tumors After R0 Resection in Certain Subgroups. Front Surg 2021; 8:697793. [PMID: 34589515 PMCID: PMC8473782 DOI: 10.3389/fsurg.2021.697793] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/27/2021] [Accepted: 08/18/2021] [Indexed: 11/13/2022] Open
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Background: When patients with desmoid tumors (DTs) present uncontrolled clinical symptoms, surgery is an effective treatment, but the high postoperative recurrence rate is a major problem. The significance of adjuvant radiotherapy has been debated for many years, and the significance of aggressive surgery has not been reported. Methods: Medical records for DT patients were collected. KM analysis and the Mann-Whitney U-test were performed to evaluate the role of radiotherapy and aggressive surgery in the entire cohort and different subgroups. Results: Of 385 DT patients, 267 patients with R0 resection were included in the final analysis. A total of 53 patients (19.85%) experienced recurrence. Although radiotherapy showed no significant effect on recurrence-free survival (RFS) or time to recurrence (TTR) in the entire cohort, radiotherapy delayed recurrence in the age ≤ 30 years old subgroup (TTR = 35 months with surgery plus radiotherapy, TTR = 11 months with surgery alone; p = 0.014) and the tumor diameter >5 cm subgroup (TTR = 26 months with surgery plus radiotherapy, TTR = 11 months with surgery alone; p = 0.02) among patients with a single tumor. Aggressive surgery improved RFS in the tumor diameter >5 cm subgroup (p = 0.049) but not the entire cohort. Conclusions: Although radiotherapy cannot improve RFS, it can delay recurrence in the age ≤ 30 years old subgroup and the tumor diameter >5 cm subgroup among patients with a single tumor. For patients with large invasive tumors and multiple involved sites, aggressive surgery could be selected to achieve complete tumor resection to improve RFS.
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- Tielong Yang
- Department of Bone and Soft Tissue Tumor, Tianjin Medical University Cancer Institute and Hospital, Tianjin, China.,National Clinical Research Center for Cancer (NCRCC), Key Laboratory of Cancer Prevention and Therapy, Tianjin's Clinical Research Center for Cancer, Tianjin Medical University Cancer Institute & Hospital, Tianjin, China
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- Department of Bone and Soft Tissue Tumor, Tianjin Medical University Cancer Institute and Hospital, Tianjin, China.,National Clinical Research Center for Cancer (NCRCC), Key Laboratory of Cancer Prevention and Therapy, Tianjin's Clinical Research Center for Cancer, Tianjin Medical University Cancer Institute & Hospital, Tianjin, China
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- Department of Bone and Soft Tissue Tumor, Tianjin Medical University Cancer Institute and Hospital, Tianjin, China.,National Clinical Research Center for Cancer (NCRCC), Key Laboratory of Cancer Prevention and Therapy, Tianjin's Clinical Research Center for Cancer, Tianjin Medical University Cancer Institute & Hospital, Tianjin, China
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- Department of Bone and Soft Tissue Tumor, Tianjin Medical University Cancer Institute and Hospital, Tianjin, China.,National Clinical Research Center for Cancer (NCRCC), Key Laboratory of Cancer Prevention and Therapy, Tianjin's Clinical Research Center for Cancer, Tianjin Medical University Cancer Institute & Hospital, Tianjin, China
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- Department of Bone and Soft Tissue Tumor, Tianjin Medical University Cancer Institute and Hospital, Tianjin, China.,National Clinical Research Center for Cancer (NCRCC), Key Laboratory of Cancer Prevention and Therapy, Tianjin's Clinical Research Center for Cancer, Tianjin Medical University Cancer Institute & Hospital, Tianjin, China
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- Department of Bone and Soft Tissue Tumor, Tianjin Medical University Cancer Institute and Hospital, Tianjin, China.,National Clinical Research Center for Cancer (NCRCC), Key Laboratory of Cancer Prevention and Therapy, Tianjin's Clinical Research Center for Cancer, Tianjin Medical University Cancer Institute & Hospital, Tianjin, China
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Gupta A, Batta NS, Batra V. Postoperative Recurrent Paraspinal Fibromatosis after Resection of Cervical Meningioma and Review of Literature. Indian J Radiol Imaging 2021; 31:514-518. [PMID: 34556942 PMCID: PMC8448242 DOI: 10.1055/s-0041-1734357] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 10/28/2022] Open
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The extra-abdominal deep fibromatoses also called as desmoid tumor (DT) are rare musculoaponeurotic, histologically benign tumoral soft tissue lesions which are locally aggressive with high rate of recurrence and no metastatic potential. Here, we describe a rare case of postoperative paraspinal fibromatosis in female child after aciurgy of intraspinal cervical meningioma. The lesion was incidentally detected in routine follow-up study and showed significant interval growth over a period of 1 year. Surgical resection was performed after histopathological confirmation; however, recurrence was observed. Hitherto only seven cases of postoperative paraspinal fibromatosis have been reported in the literature. To the best of authors' knowledge, this report is the first case of postoperative fibromatosis in cervical spine after resection of meningioma. The aim of the case report is to emphasize the clinical scenario for suspicion of fibromatosis, magnetic resonance imaging clues, and multidisciplinary treatment strategy which has shifted toward initial active surveillance.
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- Ankur Gupta
- Department of Radiology, Mahajan Imaging, Sports Injury Centre, Vardhman Mahavir Medical College & Safdarjung Hospital, Delhi, India
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- Department of Radiology, Mahajan Imaging, Sports Injury Centre, Vardhman Mahavir Medical College & Safdarjung Hospital, Delhi, India
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- Department of Radiology, Mahajan Imaging, Sports Injury Centre, Vardhman Mahavir Medical College & Safdarjung Hospital, Delhi, India
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Yin JQ, Fu YW, Gao ZH, Zou CY, Xie XB, Wang B, Zhong ZH, Huang G, Shen JN. A Novel Method to Treat Progressive Desmoid Tumors Involving Neurovascular Bundles: A Retrospective Cohort Study. Neurosurgery 2021; 88:1095-1102. [PMID: 33556169 PMCID: PMC8117464 DOI: 10.1093/neuros/nyaa589] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/04/2020] [Accepted: 11/18/2020] [Indexed: 11/13/2022] Open
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BACKGROUND More effective therapies are needed to treat progressive desmoid tumors when active surveillance and systemic therapy fail. OBJECTIVE To assess the efficacy and safety of sandwich isolation surgery on the local control of progressive desmoid tumors involving neurovascular bundles. METHODS A total of 27 patients with progressive desmoid tumors at extremities involving neurovascular bundles who received surgery at our hospital between August 2014 and August 2018 were identified. A total of 13 patients received sandwich isolation surgery, in which R2 resection was performed in neurovasculature-involving regions, and a biomaterial patch was used to envelop involved neurovascular structures and isolate residual tumors. In non-neurovasculature-involving regions, wide resection was performed without isolation. A total of 14 patients received traditional surgery, which included tumor resection without isolation procedure. RESULTS In sandwich isolation group, tumor progressions and local recurrences occurred in 3 patients outside the isolated neurovasculature-involving regions. However, no progressions or recurrences occurred in any patients in the isolated neurovasculature-involving regions where R2 resection was performed. Sandwich isolation surgery group and traditional surgery group shared similar baseline clinical characteristics. The estimated 3-yr event-free survival rate was 76.9% after sandwich isolation surgery, and 32.7% after traditional surgery (P = .025). Patients who received sandwich isolation surgery were less likely to have local recurrence (hazard ratio: 0.257, P = .040). No complications were noted except intermittent mild pain in operative regions (2 cases). CONCLUSION Sandwich isolation surgery is effective and safe for local control of desmoid tumors involving neurovascular bundles.
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- Jun-Qiang Yin
- Department of Orthopedic Oncology, The First Affiliated Hospital of Sun Yat-Sen University, Guangzhou, China.,Department of Musculoskeletal Oncology, Guangdong Provincial Key Laboratory of Orthopedics and Traumatology, Guangzhou, China
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- Department of Orthopedic Oncology, The First Affiliated Hospital of Sun Yat-Sen University, Guangzhou, China
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- Department of Radiology, The First Affiliated Hospital of Sun Yat-Sen University, Guangzhou, China
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- Department of Orthopedic Oncology, The First Affiliated Hospital of Sun Yat-Sen University, Guangzhou, China
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- Department of Orthopedic Oncology, The First Affiliated Hospital of Sun Yat-Sen University, Guangzhou, China
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- Department of Orthopedic Oncology, The First Affiliated Hospital of Sun Yat-Sen University, Guangzhou, China
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- Department of Pediatric Surgery, The First Affiliated Hospital of Sun Yat-Sen University, Guangzhou, China
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- Department of Orthopedic Oncology, The First Affiliated Hospital of Sun Yat-Sen University, Guangzhou, China
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- Department of Orthopedic Oncology, The First Affiliated Hospital of Sun Yat-Sen University, Guangzhou, China.,Department of Musculoskeletal Oncology, Guangdong Provincial Key Laboratory of Orthopedics and Traumatology, Guangzhou, China
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Luo S, Tang G, Zhang G. A rare case of infantile desmoid-type fibromatosis on the thigh. Indian J Dermatol Venereol Leprol 2021; 87:601. [PMID: 34160165 DOI: 10.25259/ijdvl_1013_20] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/01/2020] [Accepted: 01/01/2021] [Indexed: 11/04/2022]
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- Shuaihantian Luo
- Department of Dermatology, The second Xiangya Hospital of Central South University, Changsha, Hunan, China
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- Hematopathology, The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center, Houston, Texas, USA
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- Department of Dermatology, The second Xiangya Hospital of Central South University, Changsha, Hunan, China
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McCaw TR, Inga E, Chen H, Jaskula‐Sztul R, Dudeja V, Bibb JA, Ren B, Rose JB. Gamma Secretase Inhibitors in Cancer: A Current Perspective on Clinical Performance. Oncologist 2021; 26:e608-e621. [PMID: 33284507 PMCID: PMC8018325 DOI: 10.1002/onco.13627] [Citation(s) in RCA: 51] [Impact Index Per Article: 17.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/29/2020] [Accepted: 11/13/2020] [Indexed: 01/01/2023] Open
Abstract
Gamma secretase inhibitors (GSIs), initially developed as Alzheimer's therapies, have been repurposed as anticancer agents given their inhibition of Notch receptor cleavage. The success of GSIs in preclinical models has been ascribed to induction of cancer stem-like cell differentiation and apoptosis, while also impairing epithelial-to-mesenchymal transition and sensitizing cells to traditional chemoradiotherapies. The promise of these agents has yet to be realized in the clinic, however, as GSIs have failed to demonstrate clinical benefit in most solid tumors with the notable exceptions of CNS malignancies and desmoid tumors. Disappointing clinical performance to date reflects important questions that remain to be answered. For example, what is the net impact of these agents on antitumor immune responses, and will they require concurrent targeting of tumor-intrinsic compensatory pathways? Addressing these limitations in our current understanding of GSI mechanisms will undoubtedly facilitate their rational incorporation into combinatorial strategies and provide a valuable tool with which to combat Notch-dependent cancers. In the present review, we provide a current understanding of GSI mechanisms, discuss clinical performance to date, and suggest areas for future investigation that might maximize the utility of these agents. IMPLICATIONS FOR PRACTICE: The performance of gamma secretase inhibitors (GSIs) in clinical trials generally has not reflected their encouraging performance in preclinical studies. This review provides a current perspective on the clinical performance of GSIs across various solid tumor types alongside putative mechanisms of antitumor activity. Through exploration of outstanding gaps in knowledge as well as reasons for success in certain cancer types, the authors identify areas for future investigation that will likely enable incorporation of GSIs into rational combinatorial strategies for superior tumor control and patient outcomes.
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- Tyler R. McCaw
- Divisions of Surgical Oncology, The University of Alabama at BirminghamBirminghamAlabamaUSA
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- Divisions of Surgical Oncology, The University of Alabama at BirminghamBirminghamAlabamaUSA
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- Breast & Endocrine Surgery, The University of Alabama at BirminghamBirminghamAlabamaUSA
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- Breast & Endocrine Surgery, The University of Alabama at BirminghamBirminghamAlabamaUSA
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- Divisions of Surgical Oncology, The University of Alabama at BirminghamBirminghamAlabamaUSA
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- Gastrointestinal Surgery, The University of Alabama at BirminghamBirminghamAlabamaUSA
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- Vascular Surgery & Endovascular Therapy, Department of Surgery, The University of Alabama at BirminghamBirminghamAlabamaUSA
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- Divisions of Surgical Oncology, The University of Alabama at BirminghamBirminghamAlabamaUSA
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Liu H, Huang K, Li T, Yang T, Liao Z, Zhang C, Xiang L, Chen Y, Yang J. Development, Validation, and Visualization of A Web-Based Nomogram for Predicting the Recurrence-Free Survival Rate of Patients With Desmoid Tumors. Front Oncol 2021; 11:634648. [PMID: 33718222 PMCID: PMC7947817 DOI: 10.3389/fonc.2021.634648] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/28/2020] [Accepted: 01/18/2021] [Indexed: 12/12/2022] Open
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Background Surgery is an important treatment option for desmoid tumor (DT) patients, but how to decrease and predict the high recurrence rate remains a major challenge. Methods Desmoid tumor patients diagnosed and treated at Tianjin Cancer Institute & Hospital were included, and a web-based nomogram was constructed by screening the recurrence-related risk factors using Cox regression analysis. External validation was conducted with data from the Fudan University Shanghai Cancer Center. Results A total of 385 patients were identified. Finally, after excluding patients without surgery, patients who were lost to follow-up, and patients without complete resection, a total of 267 patients were included in the nomogram construction. Among these patients, 53 experienced recurrence, with a recurrence rate of 19.85%. The 3-year and 5-year recurrence-free survival (RFS) rates were 82.5% and 78%, respectively. Age, tumor diameter, admission status, location, and tumor number were correlated with recurrence in univariate Cox analysis. In multivariate Cox analysis, only age, tumor diameter and tumor number were independent risk factors for recurrence and were then used to construct a web-based nomogram to predict recurrence. The concordance index (C-index) of the nomogram was 0.718, and the areas under the curves (AUCs) of the 3-year and 5-year receiver operating characteristic (ROC) curves were 0.751 and 0.761, respectively. In the external validation set, the C-index was 0.706, and the AUCs of the 3-year and 5-year ROC curves are 0.788 and 0.794, respectively. Conclusions Age, tumor diameter, and tumor number were independent predictors of recurrence for DTs, and a web-based nomogram containing these three predictors could accurately predict RFS (https://stepforward.shinyapps.io/Desmoidtumor/).
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- Haotian Liu
- Department of Bone and Soft Tissue Tumor, Tianjin Medical University Cancer Institute & Hospital, Tianjin, China.,National Clinical Research Center for Cancer, Key Laboratory of Cancer Prevention and Therapy, Tianjin's Clinical Research Center for Cancer, Tianjin Medical University Cancer Institute & Hospital, Tianjin, China
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- Department of Musculoskeletal Oncology, Fudan University Shanghai Cancer Center, Shanghai, China.,Department of Oncology, Shanghai Medical College, Fudan University, Shanghai, China.,Brandon Regional Hospital GME, HCA Healthcare/USF Morsani College of Medicine, Brandon, FL, United States
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- Department of Bone and Soft-Tissue Tumor, Institute of Cancer and Basic Medicine, Chinese Academy of Sciences, Cancer Hospital of the University of Chinese Academy of Sciences, Zhejiang Cancer Hospital, Hangzhou, China
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- Department of Bone and Soft Tissue Tumor, Tianjin Medical University Cancer Institute & Hospital, Tianjin, China.,National Clinical Research Center for Cancer, Key Laboratory of Cancer Prevention and Therapy, Tianjin's Clinical Research Center for Cancer, Tianjin Medical University Cancer Institute & Hospital, Tianjin, China
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- Department of Bone and Soft Tissue Tumor, Tianjin Medical University Cancer Institute & Hospital, Tianjin, China.,National Clinical Research Center for Cancer, Key Laboratory of Cancer Prevention and Therapy, Tianjin's Clinical Research Center for Cancer, Tianjin Medical University Cancer Institute & Hospital, Tianjin, China
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- Department of Bone and Soft Tissue Tumor, Tianjin Medical University Cancer Institute & Hospital, Tianjin, China.,National Clinical Research Center for Cancer, Key Laboratory of Cancer Prevention and Therapy, Tianjin's Clinical Research Center for Cancer, Tianjin Medical University Cancer Institute & Hospital, Tianjin, China
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- Department of Bone and Soft Tissue Tumor, Tianjin Medical University Cancer Institute & Hospital, Tianjin, China.,National Clinical Research Center for Cancer, Key Laboratory of Cancer Prevention and Therapy, Tianjin's Clinical Research Center for Cancer, Tianjin Medical University Cancer Institute & Hospital, Tianjin, China
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- Department of Musculoskeletal Oncology, Fudan University Shanghai Cancer Center, Shanghai, China.,Department of Oncology, Shanghai Medical College, Fudan University, Shanghai, China
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- Department of Bone and Soft Tissue Tumor, Tianjin Medical University Cancer Institute & Hospital, Tianjin, China.,National Clinical Research Center for Cancer, Key Laboratory of Cancer Prevention and Therapy, Tianjin's Clinical Research Center for Cancer, Tianjin Medical University Cancer Institute & Hospital, Tianjin, China
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A Rare Paraspinal Desmoid Tumour following Instrumented Scoliosis Correction in an Adolescent. Case Rep Orthop 2021; 2021:6665330. [PMID: 33688443 PMCID: PMC7920716 DOI: 10.1155/2021/6665330] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/29/2020] [Revised: 01/14/2021] [Accepted: 02/13/2021] [Indexed: 11/20/2022] Open
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Desmoid tumours are benign neoplasms of myofibroblasts, often occurring after soft-tissue trauma. Rarely, desmoid tumours can occur following operative intervention, including spine surgery. In this case report, we describe the first reported case of desmoid tumour following scoliosis corrective surgery in an adolescent.
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Zheng C, Fang J, Wang Y, Zhou Y, Tu C, Min L. Efficacy and safety of apatinib for patients with advanced extremity desmoid fibromatosis: a retrospective study. J Cancer Res Clin Oncol 2021; 147:2127-2135. [PMID: 33452581 DOI: 10.1007/s00432-020-03498-y] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/16/2020] [Accepted: 12/05/2020] [Indexed: 02/08/2023]
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PURPOSE Desmoid fibromatosis (DF) is a locally aggressive connective-tissue tumor arising in deep soft tissues. Although multiple therapeutic modalities have been demonstrated effective for DF, there is no standard systemic treatment for progressive and recurrent DF. As a part of systemic treatment, tyrosine kinase inhibitors have shown promising activity against DF with tolerable toxicity profiles. Thus, the aim of this study was to investigate the efficacy and safety of apatinib, a novel multi-target angiogenesis inhibitor, in patients with DF. METHODS We retrospectively analyzed the medical records of patients with advanced extremity DF regularly treated with apatinib between October 2017 and January 2020 in our center. Apatinib was initially administered with a dose of 250 mg daily and the dose was adjusted according to the toxicity. Tumor response was assessed by the Response Evaluation Criteria in Solid Tumors 1.1 criteria. The primary endpoint was progression-free survival (PFS); objective response rates and drug-related adverse events were also evaluated. RESULTS A total of 22 (6 male, 16 female) patients with advanced extremity DF were included. The mean medication time was 17 months. None of the patients reached a complete response, but ten (45.5%) patients achieved partial response, and 11 patients (50%) achieved stable disease. One (4.5%) patient developed progressive disease, and the 1-year PFS rate was 95.2%. The disease control rate was 95.4% (21/22) and the objective response rate was 45.5% (10/22). Meanwhile, 18 (81.8%) patients with a tumor shrinkage were accompanied by a decreased signal intensity of lesions in T2-weighted magnetic resonance imaging. The most frequent adverse events included hand-foot syndrome (n = 7, 31.8%), fatigue (n = 6, 27.2%), local pain (n = 4, 18.1%), diarrhea (n = 4, 18.1%). CONCLUSION Apatinib is an effective and well-tolerated option for patients with advanced extremity DF. Indeed, further prospective, randomized studies with larger cases are required to fully explore the clinical utility of apatinib in DF.
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- Chuanxi Zheng
- Department of Orthopedics, West China Hospital, Sichuan University, Guoxue Xiang No. 37, Chengdu, 610041, Sichuan, People's Republic of China
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- Department of Orthopedics, West China Hospital, Sichuan University, Guoxue Xiang No. 37, Chengdu, 610041, Sichuan, People's Republic of China
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- Department of Orthopedics, West China Hospital, Sichuan University, Guoxue Xiang No. 37, Chengdu, 610041, Sichuan, People's Republic of China
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- Department of Orthopedics, West China Hospital, Sichuan University, Guoxue Xiang No. 37, Chengdu, 610041, Sichuan, People's Republic of China
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- Department of Orthopedics, West China Hospital, Sichuan University, Guoxue Xiang No. 37, Chengdu, 610041, Sichuan, People's Republic of China
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- Department of Orthopedics, West China Hospital, Sichuan University, Guoxue Xiang No. 37, Chengdu, 610041, Sichuan, People's Republic of China.
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Fang L, Hu X, Xu Y, Sun H, Shen H. Intermittent ice-cooling to prevent skin heat injury caused by high-intensity focused ultrasound therapy targeting desmoid-type fibromatosis: A case report. Int J Nurs Sci 2021; 8:136-140. [PMID: 33575454 PMCID: PMC7859543 DOI: 10.1016/j.ijnss.2020.12.006] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/14/2020] [Revised: 11/30/2020] [Accepted: 12/14/2020] [Indexed: 11/30/2022] Open
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Introduction Desmoid-type fibromatosis (DF) is a fibrous tumor characterized by low-grade malignant and easy invasive growth and high recurrence. High-intensity focused ultrasound (HIFU) therapy has been identified as a novel non-invasive approach for DF treatment; however, the ultrasonic energy generated by HIFU can cause skin heat injury. Case A 31-year-old female patient with signs and symptoms of DF received treatment in our institution. The patient had undergone HIFU treatment six times from April 27, 2018, to August 21, 2019. After HIFU therapy for the third time, she had a third-degree skin burn showing as orange peel-like change and spent three months to promote the recovery of the skin lesions. An intermittent ice-cooling strategy was used to avoid skin damage during the fourth HIFU treatment. This patient did not have any apparent skin injury during the last three HIFU therapy and acquired satisfactory anti-tumor therapeutic effect. Conclusions There are differences in the thermal selectivity of tumor tissues, which leads to different critical thermal injury temperature values that the tissue can tolerate. Ice-cooling can lower skin tissue temperature and reduce the thermal damage caused by HIFU treatment.
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- Liangyu Fang
- Department of Anesthesiology, The Second Affiliated Hospital of Zhejiang University, School of Medicine, Hangzhou, China
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- Department of Medical Oncology, The Second Affiliated Hospital of Zhejiang University, School of Medicine, Hangzhou, China
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- Department of Cardology, The Second Affiliated Hospital of Zhejiang University, School of Medicine, Hangzhou, China
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- Department of Specialist Nursing, The Second Affiliated Hospital of Zhejiang University, School of Medicine, Hangzhou, China
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- Department of Medical Oncology, The Second Affiliated Hospital of Zhejiang University, School of Medicine, Hangzhou, China
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Sioda NA, Wakim AA, Wong T, Patel S, Coan K, Row D. A Large Sporadic Intra-abdominal Desmoid-Type Fibromatosis in a Young Male: A Case Report. Front Surg 2020; 7:60. [PMID: 33117845 PMCID: PMC7493805 DOI: 10.3389/fsurg.2020.00060] [Citation(s) in RCA: 4] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/05/2020] [Accepted: 07/22/2020] [Indexed: 11/16/2022] Open
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Desmoid type fibromatosis (DTF) is a rare benign tumor of connective tissue origin. While these tumors are typically not malignant, they can exhibit aggressive growth patterns causing mass effect on surrounding organs. These tumors typically present in the extremities and abdominal wall, rarely occurring in the mesentery, and abdominal organs. Due to the rarity of this tumor and the variable size and origin, it is difficult to provide exact prognosis, recurrence, and treatment efficacy regarding desmoid tumors arising from the ileocolic mesentery. We present a case of a young male with a sporadic 31 × 25 × 12 cm DTF arising from the ileocolic mesentery that was complicated by mass effect on bowel and intra-abdominal organs requiring surgical intervention. On presentation, the patient exhibited weight gain and abdominal pressure. Abdominal distension without tenderness on palpation was noted on physical examination. The tumor biopsy confirmed the diagnosis of DTF. No evidence of familial adenomatous polyposis or Gardner syndrome was identified. The tumor was surgically excised and intimately associated with the bowel requiring ileocolonic resection with primary anastomosis. At 3-months follow up, surveillance MRI showed no residual or recurrent lesion. A multi-disciplinary approach to this patient's diagnosis and treatment allowed for an accurate diagnosis, efficient treatment, and follow up plan.
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- Natasha A Sioda
- Creighton University School of Medicine, Phoenix, AZ, United States
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- Creighton University School of Medicine, Phoenix, AZ, United States
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- Department of Surgery, Creighton University Arizona Health Education Alliance, Phoenix, AZ, United States
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- Department of Radiation Oncology, St. Joseph's Hospital and Medical Center, Phoenix, AZ, United States
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- Department of Surgery, St. Joseph's Hospital and Medical Center, Phoenix, AZ, United States
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- Department of Surgery, St. Joseph's Hospital and Medical Center, Phoenix, AZ, United States
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Abnormal Presentation of Aggressive Fibromatosis After Radiotherapy for Keloids: Case Report and Brief Literature Review. Ann Plast Surg 2020; 83:104-107. [PMID: 30557185 DOI: 10.1097/sap.0000000000001675] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 02/05/2023]
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RATIONALE Keloids, dermal fibroproliferative lesions, often occur secondary to skin injury and extend beyond the margins of the original lesion. Aggressive fibromatosis (AF) is a rare condition arising from fibroblasts and is characterized clinically as a nonmetastasizing but locally invasive tumor. In this work, we present the case of a patient who developed AF in the chest 3 years after surgery and postoperative radiotherapy for keloids. PATIENT CONCERNS A 15-year-old female patient who underwent surgery and postoperative radiotherapy for keloids presented with AF in the chest 3 years after intervention. DIAGNOSES AND OUTCOMES Physical examination revealed a fan-shaped scar on the manubrium sterni with a radius of 7 cm, as well as a 9 (L) × 2-cm (W) longitudinal reddish and irregularly surfaced scar arising from previous incisions. By comparing this case with similar cases reported previously, we infer that a history of exposure to radiation is the main factor that contributes to the development of AF in patients suffering from keloid scars. We also discussed the clinical characteristics of AF and treatment options and suggest factors that should be considered when using radiotherapy in patients with keloids. LESSONS To our knowledge, this is the first reported case of AF developing in a patient after radiotherapy for keloids. Radiotherapy may be a causal factor of AF.
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Differentiation of intra-abdominal desmoid tumor from peritoneal seeding based on CT and/or 18F-FDG PET-CT in patients with history of cancer surgery. Abdom Radiol (NY) 2020; 45:2647-2655. [PMID: 32562052 DOI: 10.1007/s00261-020-02620-5] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/24/2020] [Revised: 06/07/2020] [Accepted: 06/13/2020] [Indexed: 10/24/2022]
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PURPOSE To investigate differential imaging features of intra-abdominal desmoid tumors and peritoneal seeding in patients with history of cancer surgery. METHODS Thirty-two patients who had a single pathologically proven intra-peritoneal lesion that developed after cancer surgery were enrolled between January 2000 and June 2019. There were 16 desmoid tumors and 16 peritoneal seeding lesions. Portal phase CT and/or 18F-FDG PET findings were analyzed by two radiologists in consensus for the following items: location, size, shape, margin, contour, homogeneity, necrosis, adjacent organ invasion, calcification, intra-lesional fat, peritoneal infiltration, mass effect, and degree of enhancement. Hounsfield units (HU) and maximum standardized uptake values (SUVmax) of the lesions were measured. Imaging findings were compared using the Chi square test, Fisher's exact test, and student t test. RESULTS Desmoid tumors frequently showed well-defined margins (9/16) and smooth contours (12/16), whereas peritoneal seeding had ill-defined margins (13/16) and lobulated contours (11/16) (P = 0.028 and 0.013, respectively). Intra-lesional fat was found more frequently in desmoid tumors (7/16) than peritoneal seeding (1/16) (P = 0.014). Desmoid tumors showed iso-attenuation (13/16) compared to psoas muscle in portal phase, while peritoneal seeding depicted high attenuation (12/16) (P = 0.002). Mean HU was significantly lower in desmoid tumors (64.3) than peritoneal seeding lesions (95.1) (P = 0.001). However, the mean SUVmax of desmoid tumors (4.1) did not significantly differ from peritoneal seeding lesions (5.2) (P = 0.519). CONCLUSION Several CT features including iso-attenuation in portal phase and presence of intra-lesional fat can be helpful in differentiating desmoid tumors from peritoneal seeding in patients with history of intra-abdominal cancer surgery.
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Stone AB, Mallery JS, Stewart J, Amin K. A rare sporadic pancreatic desmoid fibromatosis diagnosed by endoscopic ultrasound-guided fine-needle aspiration: Case report and literature review. Diagn Cytopathol 2020; 49:E49-E54. [PMID: 32857922 DOI: 10.1002/dc.24580] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/01/2020] [Revised: 07/12/2020] [Accepted: 07/30/2020] [Indexed: 01/06/2023]
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Intra-abdominal desmoid fibromatosis (also known as desmoid tumor) is a rare benign but often locally aggressive infiltrative fibrous proliferation. Pancreatic desmoid fibromatosis is even rarer, with only 31 cases previously reported in the English-language literature. These tumors present a distinct diagnostic challenge due to their rarity and non-specific image findings and presentation, with most cases diagnosed as desmoid fibromatosis only after surgical resection. This report presents a rare case of pancreatic desmoid fibromatosis in a 72 year old man, who on a follow-up CT for a previously diagnosed angiomyolipoma of the kidney was found to have a 4.0 cm pancreatic tail mass. This was sampled pre-operatively by endoscopic ultrasound (EUS)-guided fine-needle aspiration (FNA). Examination of the cytology material showed a low-grade spindle cell lesion. Immunohistochemistry (IHC) performed on FNA cell block showed the lesional cells to be positive for beta-catenin, consistent with fibromatosis. Additional mutational analysis on cell block material revealed the characteristic CTNNB1 gene mutation (T41A), confirming the diagnosis. The mass was then surgically resected and again confirmed to be desmoid fibromatosis on histopathologic examination. On review of previously published cases of pancreatic desmoid fibromatosis, most were initially suspected to be some type of pancreatic neoplasm and were not biopsied prior to surgical resection. This case suggests a potential key role for fine-needle aspiration cytology in the preoperative diagnosis of pancreatic and other intra-abdominal desmoid tumors, particularly as evidence emerges that non-surgical treatment may be a viable first option for some cases.
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- Andrew B Stone
- Department of Laboratory Medicine and Pathology, University of Minnesota, Minneapolis, Minnesota, USA
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- Department of Medicine, Division of Gastroenterology, Hepatology, and Nutrition, University of Minnesota, Minneapolis, Minnesota, USA
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- Department of Laboratory Medicine and Pathology, University of Minnesota, Minneapolis, Minnesota, USA
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- Department of Laboratory Medicine and Pathology, University of Minnesota, Minneapolis, Minnesota, USA
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Xu Q, Shen B, Liu W, Lin C. A rare case of mesentery desmoid-type fibromatosis in postpartum woman. Asian J Surg 2020; 43:1106-1107. [PMID: 32861592 DOI: 10.1016/j.asjsur.2020.08.001] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/30/2020] [Accepted: 08/02/2020] [Indexed: 10/23/2022] Open
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- Qianhui Xu
- Fuzhou General Hospital of Fujian Medical University, China
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- Fuzhou General Hospital of Fujian Medical University, China
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- Department of General Surgery, 900 Hospital of the Joint Logistics Support Force, Fuzhou, 350025, China
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- Department of General Surgery, 900 Hospital of the Joint Logistics Support Force, Fuzhou, 350025, China.
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A 17-year-old adolescent boy was referred by an orthopaedic physician to physical therapy for chronic left shoulder pain and a clinical diagnosis of labral tear. The physician ordered current radiographs, which were noncontributory. Findings during physical therapy examination warranted referral back to the physician, with a request for magnetic resonance imaging. Magnetic resonance imaging revealed a soft tissue abnormality in the infraclavicular and subcoracoid spaces. The patient was referred to orthopaedic oncology, where biopsy confirmed a desmoid tumor. J Orthop Sports Phys Ther 2020;50(8):467. doi:10.2519/jospt.2020.9596.
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Robles J, Keskinyan VS, Thompson M, Davis JT, Van Mater D. Combination therapy with sorafenib and celecoxib for pediatric patients with desmoid tumor. Pediatr Hematol Oncol 2020; 37:445-449. [PMID: 32129687 PMCID: PMC7367760 DOI: 10.1080/08880018.2020.1735591] [Citation(s) in RCA: 3] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 10/24/2022]
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- Joanna Robles
- Department of Pediatrics, Division of Pediatric Hematology-Oncology, Duke University Medical Center, Durham, NC, USA
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- Department of Radiology, Wake Forest Baptist Hospital, Winston-Salem, NC, USA
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- Department of Radiology, Duke University Medical Center, Durham, NC, USA
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- Department of Pediatrics, Division of Pediatric Hematology-Oncology, Duke University Medical Center, Durham, NC, USA
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Desmoid-Type Fibromatosis. Cancers (Basel) 2020; 12:cancers12071851. [PMID: 32660036 PMCID: PMC7408653 DOI: 10.3390/cancers12071851] [Citation(s) in RCA: 41] [Impact Index Per Article: 10.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/08/2020] [Revised: 07/06/2020] [Accepted: 07/06/2020] [Indexed: 12/12/2022] Open
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Desmoid tumors represent a rare entity of monoclonal origin characterized by locally aggressive behavior and inability to metastasize. Most cases present in a sporadic pattern and are characterized by a mutation in the CTNNB1 gene; while 5–15% show a hereditary pattern associated with APC gene mutation, both resulting in abnormal β-catenin accumulation within the cell. The most common sites of presentation are the extremities and the thoracic wall, whereas FAP associated cases present intra-abdominally or in the abdominal wall. Histopathological diagnosis is mandatory, and evaluation is guided with imaging studies ranging from ultrasound, computed tomography or magnetic resonance. Current approaches advocate for an initial active surveillance period due to the stabilization and even regression capacity of desmoid tumors. For progressive, symptomatic, or disabling cases, systemic treatment, radiotherapy or surgery may be used. This is a narrative review of this uncommon disease; we present current knowledge about molecular pathogenesis, diagnosis and treatment.
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Parvinian A, Welch BT, Callstrom MR, Kurup AN. Trends in Musculoskeletal Ablation: Emerging Indications and Techniques. Tech Vasc Interv Radiol 2020; 23:100678. [PMID: 32591190 DOI: 10.1016/j.tvir.2020.100678] [Citation(s) in RCA: 7] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 01/10/2023]
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Image-guided percutaneous thermal ablation plays an increasingly important role in the multidisciplinary management of musculoskeletal lesions. Established indications for ablation in this setting include the treatment of osteoid osteomas, palliation of painful skeletal metastases, local control of oligometastatic disease, and consolidation of bone tumors at risk for fracture. Emerging indications include the treatment of symptomatic soft tissue masses such as extra-abdominal desmoid tumors and abdominal wall endometriosis. This review will discuss considerations in patient selection and preprocedural workup, ablation technology and techniques, strategies to avoid complications, and expected outcomes of ablation in the musculoskeletal system.
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- Department of Radiology, Mayo Clinic, Rochester, MN
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Murahashi Y, Emori M, Shimizu J, Anzai K, Tanaka T, Naka N, Tsuchie H, Nagasawa H, Miyakoshi N, Shimada Y, Yamashita T. The value of the black fiber sign on T1-weighted images for predicting stability of desmoid fibromatosis managed conservatively. Eur Radiol 2020; 30:5768-5776. [PMID: 32435931 DOI: 10.1007/s00330-020-06953-z] [Citation(s) in RCA: 4] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/07/2020] [Revised: 03/23/2020] [Accepted: 05/12/2020] [Indexed: 12/30/2022]
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OBJECTIVES It is challenging to know at the first which patients with desmoid fibromatosis (DF) are better suited to conservative or aggressive treatment. To investigate whether the low signal intensity bundles on T1- or T2-weighted images (WI), termed the "black fiber sign (BFS)," can predict non-progressive behavior in the conservative approach. METHODS This retrospective study included 59 patients with primary DF managed with wait-and-see approach from 2005 to 2018 and serial MR images were analyzed. Three observers blinded to the patient information verified the presence or absence of BFS on baseline T1 or T2WI. The likelihood of progression-free survival (PFS) after ascertaining the presence or absence of the BFS was estimated using the Kaplan-Meier method and analyzed with the log-rank test. RESULTS PFS was significantly higher in cases with BFS than without BFS on T1WI (p < 0.01), but there was no significant difference in PFS between cases with and without BFS on T2WI. Multivariable Cox proportional hazards analysis revealed that the absence of BFS on T1WI was a high-risk factor for progression (hazard ratio, 14.9; p < 0.01). Drastic tumor regression was apparent with significantly increased low-signal area in cases with BFS on T1WI. Intra- and interobserver reliabilities of BFS on T1WI were in almost-perfect agreement (κ > 0.8). CONCLUSION Our retrospective observational data support that presence of BFS in baseline MRI may be a predictor for progression-free survival of DF. BFS on T1WI is easily identifiable and can be utilized clinically in patients with DF. KEY POINTS • We proposed a new imaging marker for prediction of desmoid fibromatosis progression. • The absence of black fiber sign predicted a high risk of disease progression.
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- Yasutaka Murahashi
- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Sapporo Medical University School of Medicine, S-1, W-16, Chuo-ku, Sapporo, Hokkaido, 060-8543, Japan.
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- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Sapporo Medical University School of Medicine, S-1, W-16, Chuo-ku, Sapporo, Hokkaido, 060-8543, Japan
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- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Sapporo Medical University School of Medicine, S-1, W-16, Chuo-ku, Sapporo, Hokkaido, 060-8543, Japan
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- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Sapporo Medical University School of Medicine, S-1, W-16, Chuo-ku, Sapporo, Hokkaido, 060-8543, Japan
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- Musculoskeletal Oncology Service, Osaka International Cancer Institute, 3-1-69 Otemae, Chuo-ku, Osaka, Osaka, 541-8567, Japan
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- Musculoskeletal Oncology Service, Osaka International Cancer Institute, 3-1-69 Otemae, Chuo-ku, Osaka, Osaka, 541-8567, Japan
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- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Akita University Graduate School of Medicine, 1-1-1 Hondo, Akita, Akita, 010-8543, Japan
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- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Akita University Graduate School of Medicine, 1-1-1 Hondo, Akita, Akita, 010-8543, Japan
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- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Akita University Graduate School of Medicine, 1-1-1 Hondo, Akita, Akita, 010-8543, Japan
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- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Akita University Graduate School of Medicine, 1-1-1 Hondo, Akita, Akita, 010-8543, Japan
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- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Sapporo Medical University School of Medicine, S-1, W-16, Chuo-ku, Sapporo, Hokkaido, 060-8543, Japan
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Sierra-Davidson K, Anderson G, Tanabe K, Meireles OR. Desmoid tumor presenting 2 years after elective Roux-en-Y gastric bypass: a case report and review of the literature. J Surg Case Rep 2020; 2020:rjz379. [PMID: 32047592 PMCID: PMC7006523 DOI: 10.1093/jscr/rjz379] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/05/2019] [Revised: 10/09/2019] [Accepted: 12/16/2019] [Indexed: 11/12/2022] Open
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Desmoid tumors are rare malignancies derived from myofibroblasts, which can cause significant morbidity due to life-threatening invasion of local structures. Risk factors include familial adenomatous polyposis, antecedent surgical trauma and estrogen exposure. We described a previously healthy 27-year-old female in whom a desmoid tumor developed 2 years after a Roux-en-Y gastric bypass was performed for the treatment of obesity. Computed tomography scan demonstrated a 16-cm complex density intra-abdominal mass. Exploratory laparotomy was performed, revealing a mass firmly adherent to the Roux limb, as well as the jejunojejunostomy and distal portion of the bilopancreatic limb. En bloc resection of the mass and the Roux limb was required, as well as reconstruction of the Roux-en-Y anatomy. This case describes a unique, long-term complication of bariatric surgery, in light of a growing population of patients with altered gastric anatomy.
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- Department of Surgery, USC/LA County Medical Center, Los Angeles, CA90033, USA
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- Department of Surgery, Massachusetts General Hospital, Boston, MA 02114, USA
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- Department of Surgery, Massachusetts General Hospital, Boston, MA 02114, USA
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Ingley KM, Klein R, Theobalds N, Burtenshaw S, Abdul Razak AR, Chen B, Xu W, Gladdy R, Li M, Gupta AA. High prevalence of persistent emotional distress in desmoid tumor. Psychooncology 2019; 29:311-320. [DOI: 10.1002/pon.5250] [Citation(s) in RCA: 4] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/13/2019] [Revised: 09/12/2019] [Accepted: 09/29/2019] [Indexed: 01/04/2023]
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- Katrina M. Ingley
- Department of Medical Oncology and Hematology Princess Margaret Cancer Center Toronto Ontario Canada
- Division of Medical Oncology and Hematology Sinai Health System Toronto Canada
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- Department of Supportive Care Princess Margaret Cancer Centre Toronto Ontario Canada
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- Department of Medical Oncology and Hematology Princess Margaret Cancer Center Toronto Ontario Canada
- Division of Medical Oncology and Hematology Sinai Health System Toronto Canada
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- Division of General Surgery Sinai Health System Toronto Canada
- Department of Surgery University of Toronto Toronto Ontario Canada
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- Department of Medical Oncology and Hematology Princess Margaret Cancer Center Toronto Ontario Canada
- Division of Medical Oncology and Hematology Sinai Health System Toronto Canada
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- Department of Biostatistics Princess Margaret Cancer Centre Toronto Ontario Canada
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- Department of Biostatistics Princess Margaret Cancer Centre Toronto Ontario Canada
- Dalla Lana School of Public Health University of Toronto Toronto Ontario Canada
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- Division of General Surgery Sinai Health System Toronto Canada
- Department of Surgery University of Toronto Toronto Ontario Canada
- Department of Surgical Oncology Princess Margaret Cancer Centre Toronto Ontario Canada
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- Department of Supportive Care Princess Margaret Cancer Centre Toronto Ontario Canada
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- Department of Medical Oncology and Hematology Princess Margaret Cancer Center Toronto Ontario Canada
- Division of Medical Oncology and Hematology Sinai Health System Toronto Canada
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Wang J, Jia N, Lin Q, Huang Y, Li J, Jiang Q, Liu W, Xu J, Hou Y, Liu J, Li M, Lu W, Zhou Y, Zhang Y, Tong H. Clinicopathological and molecular characteristics of abdominal desmoid tumors in the Chinese population: A single-center report of 15 cases. Oncol Lett 2019; 18:6443-6450. [PMID: 31807167 PMCID: PMC6876325 DOI: 10.3892/ol.2019.11038] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/07/2019] [Accepted: 09/24/2019] [Indexed: 12/05/2022] Open
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Desmoid tumors (DTs), derived from the abdomen, are a type of rare and aggressive borderline tumor exhibiting high recurrence and malignant potential. The aim of the present study was to investigate the clinicopathological and molecular characteristics of abdominal DT in a Chinese population and to provide clues for selecting the optimal treatment strategy for different types of abdominal DT. The clinicopathological data of 15 consecutive patients with DT was collected. Matched fresh-frozen tumor tissues and peripheral blood samples were used to detect mutations of adenomatous polyposis coli gene (APC), β-catenin (CTNNB1) and MutY DNA glycosylase (MUTYH) using Sanger sequencing. Pearson's test was conducted to analyze the differences between sporadic DT and familial adenomatous polyposis (FAP) associated with DT. Time to progress (TTP) and overall survival curves were estimated using the Kaplan-Meier method and compared using the log-rank test. A review of the patient clinicopathological characteristics revealed that FAP-associated DT exhibited a higher rate of abdominal surgery history (P=0.011), with no significant differences in any other characteristics. Sequencing revealed that mutations in the APC, CTNNB1 and MUTYH genes were common in DT, and only one patient harbored no mutations in these genes. Survival analyses revealed that patients with FAP exhibited shorter TTP (P=0.030). Log-rank test demonstrated a tendency towards shorter TTP in the cases where an R2 resection was performed (P=0.072) and a tendency towards poor prognosis in the cases of DT associated with FAP (P=0.087). In conclusion, Abdominal DTs were prone to occur in patients with FAP with a history of abdominal surgery. Mutations in the APC, CTNNB1 and MUTYH genes were detected in patients with DTs. To the best of our knowledge, this is the first study of abdominal DT occurrence in patients with MUTYH-associated FAP. The prognosis of DT associated with FAP may be worse compared with that of sporadic DT.
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- Jiongyuan Wang
- Department of General Surgery, Zhongshan Hospital, Fudan University, Shanghai 200032, P.R. China
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- Laboratory of Molecular Biology, Department of Biochemistry, An Hui Medical University, Hefei, Anhui 230032, P.R. China
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- Department of General Surgery, Zhongshan Hospital, Fudan University, Shanghai 200032, P.R. China
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- Endoscopy Center, Zhongshan Hospital, Fudan University, Shanghai 200032, P.R. China
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- Department of General Surgery, Zhongshan Hospital, Fudan University, Shanghai 200032, P.R. China
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- Department of General Surgery, Zhongshan Hospital, Fudan University, Shanghai 200032, P.R. China
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- Department of General Surgery, Zhongshan Hospital, Fudan University, Shanghai 200032, P.R. China
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- Department of General Surgery, Zhongshan Hospital, Fudan University, Shanghai 200032, P.R. China
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- Department of Pathology, Zhongshan Hospital, Fudan University, Shanghai 200032, P.R. China
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- Department of Pathology, Zhongshan Hospital, Fudan University, Shanghai 200032, P.R. China
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- Department of Dermatology, Xinhua Hospital, Shanghai Jiaotong University School of Medicine, Shanghai 200092, P.R. China
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- Department of General Surgery, Zhongshan Hospital, Fudan University, Shanghai 200032, P.R. China
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- Department of Oncology, Zhongshan Hospital, Fudan University, Shanghai 200032, P.R. China
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- Department of General Surgery, Zhongshan Hospital, Fudan University, Shanghai 200032, P.R. China
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- Department of General Surgery, Zhongshan Hospital, Fudan University, Shanghai 200032, P.R. China
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