Aneurysmal fibrous histiocytoma

BMJ Case Rep. 2018 Aug 14:2018:bcr2018225198. doi: 10.1136/bcr-2018-225198.

Abstract

Aneurysmal fibrous histiocytoma (AFH) is a type of fibrohistiocytic tumour. We present a case of a patient who presented with a skin papule on the thigh region. Histopathological examination following total excision of the lesion revealed an AFH. No sign of recurrence was present 6 months after surgery.

Keywords: dermatology; plastic And reconstructive surgery; skin.

Publication types

  • Case Reports

MeSH terms

  • Adult
  • Diagnosis, Differential
  • Histiocytoma, Benign Fibrous / diagnosis*
  • Histiocytoma, Benign Fibrous / pathology
  • Histiocytoma, Benign Fibrous / surgery
  • Humans
  • Male
  • Skin Neoplasms / diagnosis*
  • Skin Neoplasms / pathology
  • Skin Neoplasms / surgery
  • Thigh