Clinical characteristics and surgical management of facial infiltrating lipomatosis: a single center experience.

ABSTRACT:

Background

Facial infiltrating lipomatosis (FIL) is a rare condition characterized by congenital facial enlargement. Beyond its impact on physical appearance, FIL can also impair essential facial functions such as swallowing, chewing, vision, and breathing, imposing a substantial physiological and psychological burden. Currently, fewer than 80 cases of FIL have been reported, and the characteristics and management strategies for FIL remain unclear.

Methods

We reviewed the clinical, surgical, and radiological records of 39 FIL patients who were treated at our center. Of these, genetic testing was performed for 21 patients.

Results

Aberrant overgrowth involves subcutaneous fat, bones, muscles, glands, tongue, lips, and teeth. Epidermal nevi could be observed in the derm

SUBMITTER: Chen H 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC10877823 | biostudies-literature | 2024 Feb

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature