Neurofibrosarcoma of the mandible derived from neurofibromatosis

Neurofibrosarcoma is a rare malignant neoplasm of the head and neck region and accounts for 8% to 16% of all cases. Its origin is varied and may stem from cells of the peripheral nerves, develop de novo, or result from malignant transformation of preexisting neurofibromas. Because the features of n...

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Main Authors: Juliane Pirágine Araujo, Jefferson Xavier de Oliveira, Viviana Lanel, Marcelo Marcucci
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: University of São Paulo 2019-10-01
Series:Autopsy and Case Reports
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Online Access:http://www.revistas.usp.br/autopsy/article/view/162867