Desmoid tumors are a locally infiltrative, nonmetastasizing form of fibromatosis. Wide en bloc extirpation is the therapy of choice, with a high recurrence rate reported for lesser resections. The first case of a desmoid invading intracranially is reported, and the combined intracranial-extracranial resection is described.
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