fibroma

fibromaSoft fibroma on an eyelid.
fibroma
fibromaMicrograph of benign fibroma tissue (magnified 40×).

fibroma, any benign tumour of fibrous tissue. Specific fibromas include nonossifying fibroma, found in the large long bones; it is relatively common in older children and young adults. Fibromas can occur in many areas of the body (e.g., ovaries, nerves) and may remain symptomless throughout life. Treatment includes surgical excision of the tumour.

This article was most recently revised and updated by Richard Pallardy.
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Article Title: fibroma
Website Name: Encyclopaedia Britannica
Publisher: Encyclopaedia Britannica, Inc.
Date Published: 06 December 2021
URL: https://www.britannica.comhttps://www.britannica.com/science/fibroma
Access Date: November 21, 2024