Abstract
BACKGROUND: Fibro-Adipose Vascular Anomaly (FAVA) is a complex vascular malformation, usually presents as painful and slow-growing masses, and occurs commonly in the lower limb. METHODS: This paper describes a rare case of FAVA in the upper limb, which was successfully treated with surgery. A 26-year-old female was admitted with a painful mass in the left forearm. The MRI scan and Color Doppler ultrasound showed the mass located in the flexor carpi radialis of the left forearm. RESULTS: The patient underwent resection of the involved muscle, and the histopathological examination confirmed the diagnosis of FAVA. She was followed up for 6 months after surgery without any relevant clinical event. CONCLUSIONS: Surgical management is an effective option for FAVA.