Sarcomas

Desmoid Tumors

Signs and Symptoms
Diagnosis
Treatment

Diagnosis

The most conclusive diagnostic procedure for Desmoid tumor is a biopsy, a tissue sample from the tumor taken through a simple surgical procedure. Magnetic resonating images (MRI), computerized tomorgraphy (CT) scans and X-rays also are used in the diagnosis and may be performed after your child has had a completed medical examination.

Reviewed by health care specialists at UCSF Children's Hospital.
Last updated May 8, 2007