Giant Cell Angiofibroma of Vulva

Giant Cell Angiofibroma of Vulva

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Eye & Vision
Cancer & Benign Tumors
Contributed byKrish Tangella MD, MBAMar 08, 2018

The topic Giant Cell Angiofibroma of Vulva you are seeking is a synonym, or alternative name, or is closely related to the medical condition Giant Cell Angiofibroma of Soft Tissue.

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  • Giant Cell Angiofibroma (GCA) of Soft Tissue is an uncommon tumor of the soft tissues. This benign tumor consists of giant cells, blood vessels, and fibrous tissues
  • GCA of Soft Tissue is observed in young, middle-age, and older adults. It is described as a type of hemangiopericytoma-solitary fibrous tumor. Some researchers consider it to be a variant of solitary fibrous tumor (SFT)
  • There are no clear risk factors identified for Giant Cell Angiofibroma of Soft Tissue. It may develop due to genetic aberrations
  • Giant Cell Angiofibroma of Soft Tissue are denoted as orbital or extra-orbital. Most tumors are present around the eye (orbital tumors), some are located at extra-orbital sites including the head and neck region, chest or abdominal cavity
  • The signs and symptoms associated with Giant Cell Angiofibroma of Soft Tissue include the presence of slow-growing tumor in the head and neck region or at other sites, which presents no pain. Some tumors may grow to large sizes leading to a compression of the adjoining organs and structures
  • In a majority of cases, a simple surgical excision and removal of the tumor is considered curative. The prognosis for Angiofibroma of Soft Tissue is excellent with suitable treatment, since these are benign tumors. However, incompletely removed tumors are known to recur locally

Please find comprehensive information on Giant Cell Angiofibroma of Soft Tissue regarding definition, distribution, risk factors, causes, signs & symptoms, diagnosis, complications, treatment, prevention, prognosis, and additional useful information HERE.

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