Malignant Fibrous Histiocytoma Information

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Malignant fibrous histiocytoma is a rare condition in which a tumor develops in the soft tissue or bone. This eMedTV article offers an overview of malignant fibrous histiocytoma, with information about its symptoms, its treatment options, and more.

Risk factors for malignant fibrous histiocytoma include having a history of sickle cell disease. This eMedTV page identifies other factors that may increase a person's risk of developing malignant fibrous histiocytoma.

In the case of malignant fibrous histiocytoma, symptoms may include an enlarging, painless mass. This eMedTV Web page describes other common symptoms of malignant fibrous histiocytoma, such as bone fracture, fever, and weight loss.

To help make a malignant fibrous histiocytoma diagnosis, doctors may use MRI scans, x-rays, and bone scans. This eMedTV resource describes the steps involved in diagnosing malignant fibrous histiocytoma.

For people with malignant fibrous histiocytoma, treatment may involve chemotherapy and surgery. This eMedTV resource discusses factors that affect treatment of malignant fibrous histiocytoma.

Factors affecting the malignant fibrous histiocytoma prognosis include the location and size of the tumor. This eMedTV article highlights other factors that may have an impact on the prognosis for people with malignant fibrous histiocytoma.