Question
A small lump was found on the child’s arm, initially thought to be a bug bite and not given much attention. However, as the number of lumps increased, it was diagnosed as diffuse pediatric fibroma. What symptoms are associated with pediatric fibroma in clinical settings?
Answer
Pediatric fibroma presents clinically with non-capsulated tumors that exhibit infiltrative growth and have distinct malignant biological behavior. The recurrence rate is high, reaching 25-57%. The tumors often recur within one month to one year after surgery, and may even last for 10 years or more, hence the tumor is also known as aggressive fibroma disease. Multiple recurrences can lead to extensive tissue damage and may pose a risk to life due to invasion of vital organs.