Inflammatory myofibroblastic tumour in children: A report of two cases and review of literature

Abstract

Inflammatory myofibroblastic tumour in paediatric patients present with a diagnostic dilemma because of its clinical, radiological and histopathological features overlapping with other mesenchymal tumours common in this age. Because of its rarity, the exact features are still unclear. Here, we are reporting clinical, radiological and histopathological appearances of two such cases. In both cases, the exact diagnosis was confirmed only after immunohistochemistry. There is a need for further detailed study to exactly determine the natural course and prognosis of these tumours.

Keywords

• immunohistochemistry
• inflammatory myofibroblastic tumour
• mesenchymal tumours
• paediatric