Case report reveals imaging challenges in diagnosing desmoid-type fibromatosis of the breast, indicating its aggressive nature.
INTRODUCTION: Desmoid-type fibromatosis of the breast is a rare, locally aggressive fibroblastic tumor that lacks metastatic potential but demonstrates infiltrative growth and a tendency for local recurrence. Because its imaging characteristics often resemble those of breast carcinoma, establishing a preoperative diagnosis can be challenging.
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