The Desmoid Tumor Research Foundation

November 2021

Synchronous Fibromatosis Indistinguishable from Suspected Synchronous Gastrointestinal Stromal Tumor: A Case Report

Author Information

Chalise A (1), Rajbhandari AP (1), Dhakhwa R (2).

(1) Dept of Surgery, Nepal Medical College and Teaching Hospital, Attarkhel, Kathmandu, Nepal. (2) Dept of Pathology, Kathmandu Medical College and Teaching Hospital, Sinamangal, Kathmandu, Nepal.

Publication

JNMA J Nepal Med Assoc

Summary

Desmoid tumors most commonly occur in the anterior abdominal wall in approximately 50% of cases and are locally aggressive. We describe a case of a 38-year-old lady who was investigated as a case of gastrointestinal tumor. Post-operative immunohistochemistry staining showed the presence of a synchronous desmoid in the abdominal wall and proximal ileum. Wide local excision remains the gold-standard of treatment with pharmacotherapeutics and radiotherapy serving as adjuvant or palliative treatment options.

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