Elastofibroma dorsi: an uncommon and under-diagnosed XXXX .

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Elastofibroma dorsi is a relatively rare soft-tissue @entity5 localized at the infra-scapular level and/or subscapular regions. It usually occurs between the fourth and seventh decade of life, and is more common in females. We reviewed sixteen elastofibromas diagnosed in 12 @entity1 (7 females, 58.3%). Four @entity1 had bilateral elastofibromas. The most common symptom was @entity158 . Presumptive diagnosis was made by physical examination. Chest ultrasound, computed tomography and/or magnetic resonance imaging were performed to confirm the diagnosis. Surgery was performed under general anaesthesia. No major complications were observed. Elastofibromas are @entity5 of the chest wall with an uncertain impact. Surgical resection is indicated only in symptomatic @entity1 .
