Intra-abdominal infantile inflammatory myofibroblastic tumors: A report of three cases

J Indian Assoc Pediatr Surg. 2014 Oct;19(4):239-41. doi: 10.4103/0971-9261.142020.

Abstract

Inflammatory myofibroblastic tumor occurring at intra-abdominal sites in children can be confused with malignancy because of its large size and location. It is a tumor classified as 'intermediate' between benign and malignant, but usually benign, with a strong tendency for recurrence. Treatment is surgical excision. Here, we present a brief outline of three such cases presenting as abdominal mass in infants.

Keywords: Benign; children; inflammatory myofibroblastic tumor.

Publication types

  • Case Reports