Fibromyxosarcoma is extremely rare in the head and neck region. This mesenchymal neoplasm is locally aggressive with rapid growth and destruction of tissue but with limited metastatic potential. Histologically, it consists of fibrous and myxomatous elements that can create confusion and uncertainty in the diagnosis.
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