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Subungual osteochondroma: a case report.
S Bostanci1, P Ekmekçi, C Ekinci
1Department of Dermatology, Ankara University Medical School, 06100 Sihhiye, Ankara, Turkey.
Summary
Subungual osteochondromas are rare bone tumors on the foot, presenting as slow-growing masses that deform the nail. This case highlights successful treatment via surgical excision.
Area of Science:
- Orthopedics
- Oncology
Background:
- Osteochondromas are common benign bone tumors.
- Subungual locations for osteochondromas are exceptionally rare.
Observation:
- A patient presented with a slow-growing mass under the nail.
- Clinical presentation included deformity of the overlying nail.
Findings:
- Radiologic and histopathologic examination confirmed a subungual osteochondroma.
- The lesion exhibited characteristic features of this rare tumor type.
Implications:
- This case expands the understanding of osteochondroma presentation.
- Total surgical excision is an effective treatment for subungual osteochondromas.