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Conference report

Elastofibroma dorsi: a rare cause of persistent shoulder pain

Pages 240-242 | Published online: 02 Dec 2013
 

Abstract

Elastofibroma dorsi is a rare pseudotumoural lesion which arises almost always from the tissues between the lower angle of the scapula and the thoracic wall. Pathogenesis of the elastofibroma dorsi has not been cleared. Although most cases are asymptomatic, it might cause pain and snapping scapula. It can be clinically mistaken with other benign and malign neoplasms developed in this area. As malign transformation is not reported, radical surgery is not recommended in asymptomatic and small tumours. This study presents a case of bilateral elastofibroma dorsi with persistent shoulder pain and a review of the literature.

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