Hibernoma is a rare benign adipose tumor that arises from brown fat. Often misdiagnosed as liposarcoma, hibernomas require biopsy and histopathological examination for accurate diagnosis. This case report presents an unusual instance of hibernoma located in the posterior thigh of an elderly patient, emphasizing the diagnostic challenges and surgical management involved.
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