Fibroma, nonossifying
Fibroma, nonossifying: Fibromas (or fibroid tumors or fibroids) are benign tumors that are composed of fibrous or connective tissue. They can grow in all organ. A growing lesion with a fibroma structure. Treatment is by surgery.
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