Lipoma Intermuscular

Intermuscular lipoma (lipoma intermusculare) is a benign tumor of adipose tissue located between the muscles.

It is an encapsulated accumulation of mature fat cells that forms in the intermuscular spaces. Intermuscular lipomas are often deeply located and do not cause external manifestations, so they are difficult to diagnose.

Typically, these tumors grow slowly and do not infiltrate or damage surrounding tissue. When small in size, they are asymptomatic. Large lipomas can put pressure on muscles and nerves, causing pain or numbness.

For diagnosis, CT and MRI are used, which allow one to assess the location and size of the tumor. If a malignant process is suspected, a biopsy is taken. Treatment consists of surgical excision of the lipoma. The prognosis is favorable, relapses are rare.

Lipoma of intermuscular tissue, or lipoma of intramuscular connective tissue formations, is a group of benign tumor formations that differ in localization. Lipomas are common non-malignant neoplasms; they arise from epithelial cells that perform a secretory function. They are observed in almost all age groups and their frequency of localization does not depend in any way on race. It is known that tumors are represented by 3 types: - Lipid cell or encapsulated; - Fat-containing; - With a predominance of connective or fibrous tissue. They are localized mainly on the upper limbs and legs; internal organs are rarely affected. The tumor forms around a nerve, blood vessels, muscles or ligaments. When detected, a lipoma in the shoulder area leads to limitation of movement, and the neurolymphomatous type is difficult to treat. Causes: not fully understood, but it is believed that this is excessive proliferation and maturation of adipose tissue cells in the intermuscular space. Heredity and poor nutrition also have an impact. Lipoma manifests itself as a feeling of tension, pain on palpation, thickening over the lesion, muscle displacement and limitation of movements. This type is often painless. You can distinguish it by paying attention to the color or capsule. The color does not change and is usually located under the skin. Treatment: surgical removal of the formation. Open, closed, endoscopic surgery, radiofrequency ablation and laser surgery are used.