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Desmoid tumor physical examination
Introduction
Overview
Overview
Common physical examination findings of desmoid tumor include lump or swelling in the affected area, abdominal tenderness, pallor, and elevated temperature.
Physical Examination
Physical Examination
- Physical examination of patients with desmoid tumor is usually normal.
- Common physical examination findings of desmoid tumor include:[1]
- Swelling or lump in the affected area
- Abdominal tenderness
- Elevated temperature
- Pallor
- Weight changes
Reference
Reference
- ↑ Economou, Athanasios; Pitta, Xanthi; Andreadis, Efstathios; Papapavlou, Leonidas; Chrissidis, Thomas (2011). “Desmoid tumor of the abdominal wall: a case report”. Journal of Medical Case Reports. 5 (1): 326. doi:10.1186/1752-1947-5-326. ISSN 1752-1947.
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