[Localized fibroma: a rare tumor of pleural origin]

G Chir. 1996 Nov-Dec;17(11-12):597-601.
[Article in Italian]

Abstract

Localized fibroma represents a rare entity arising from the pleura. Currently its histogenesis and clinical behaviour are still controversial. A case of a 64-year-old male is here presented; clinical and histopathological features are then discussed on the basis of a review of the Literature. At present, an en-bloc resection of the tumor, including wide margins of the surrounding lung tissue, seems to be the most appropriate surgical choice.

Publication types

  • English Abstract
  • Review

MeSH terms

  • Adult
  • Fibroma / diagnosis*
  • Fibroma / pathology
  • Fibroma / surgery
  • Humans
  • Male
  • Middle Aged
  • Pleura / pathology
  • Pleura / surgery
  • Pleural Neoplasms / diagnosis*
  • Pleural Neoplasms / pathology
  • Pleural Neoplasms / surgery