Abstract
A case of nodular fasciitis in a 38-year-old man is reported. He noticed an asymptomatic subcutaneous nodule on his right thigh which rapidly increased in size during one-month period. He had no history of trauma. Physical examination revealed a 3×2.5 cm indurated elastic hard subcutaneous nodule which was not attached either to the overlying epidermis or underlying tissue. A histological examination showed massive and infiltrative proliferation of fibroblast-like cells, focal mucoid degeneration, giant cells, mitotic figures, and extravasations of erythrocytes. No clear connection with the fascia was noted. These histological features are consistent with nodular fasciitis. There has been no recurrence after excision. Although nodular fasciitis have no specific clinical symptoms, it is characterized by short duration, rapid growth, and no recurrence after excision.
