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[Desmoid tumors in patients with familial adenomatous polyposis].
Nederlands tijdschrift voor geneeskunde - 20 Jul 2002
Pikaar A, Nortier J W R, Griffioen G, Vasen H F A
Abstract excerpt
Desmoid tumours (DT) are slow-growing tumours that consist of proliferations of well-differentiated fibroblasts. Although the typical characteristics of malignant tumours, such as distant metastases, are absent, the tumours are locally aggressive and grow into neighbouring structures. The prevalence of desmoid tumours in patients with FAP is 7-12%. The lifetime risk of developing desmoid tumours is about 20%. In...
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