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Chondromyxoid fibroma.

Adam M Budny¹, Ameera Ismail, Lawrence Osher

¹Nason Hospital, Roaring Spring, PA, USA. ABudnyDPM@gmail.com

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Chondromyxoid fibroma, a rare benign bone tumor, typically affects long bones. This case highlights an unusual, incidental finding in a first metatarsal bone associated with hallux abductovalgus.

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Orthopedic Oncology
Skeletal Radiology
Pediatric Orthopedics

Background:

Chondromyxoid fibroma (CMF) is a rare, benign cartilaginous tumor, representing <1% of all bone neoplasms.
Typically, CMF affects the metaphyseal regions of long bones in the second to third decades of life.
Common symptoms include nonspecific pain and swelling at the affected site.

Observation:

This report details an incidental finding of a CMF.
The tumor was eccentrically located in the diaphysis of the first metatarsal.
The finding occurred in a patient with juvenile hallux abductovalgus deformity, with no preceding symptoms.

Findings:

The case presents an atypical location (diaphyseal first metatarsal) and presentation (incidental finding) of chondromyxoid fibroma.
This contrasts with the classic metaphyseal involvement and symptomatic presentation in younger adults.
The association with hallux abductovalgus deformity is noteworthy.

Implications:

Highlights the importance of considering rare bone tumors even in atypical locations.
Emphasizes the value of early detection and complete surgical resection for CMF to prevent recurrence.
Suggests potential, though unproven, associations between foot deformities and bone tumors.