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[Glomangiomatosis on the hand. A case report]
I Tami1, S Schibli, S Baldi Balmelli
1Wiederherstellungschirurgie, Universitätsspital Zürich, Schweiz. tami.ivan@gmail.com
Handchirurgie, Mikrochirurgie, Plastische Chirurgie : Organ Der Deutschsprachigen Arbeitsgemeinschaft Fur Handchirurgie : Organ Der Deutschsprachigen Arbeitsgemeinschaft Fur Mikrochirurgie Der Peripheren Nerven Und Gefasse : Organ Der V
|July 17, 2008
Summary
Glomangiomatosis, a rare vascular tumor, can cause significant pain and functional loss. Radical surgical resection, including finger amputation, effectively treated a severe case in a young craftsman.
Area of Science:
- Vascular Tumors
- Surgical Oncology
Background:
- Glomus tumors are typically solitary, benign lesions found on digits.
- Glomangiomatosis is a rare variant involving altered vessel walls.
- Limited therapeutic options exist, with conservative treatment often preferred due to rarity.
Observation:
- A 20-year-old craftsman presented with congenital, painful glomangiomatosis on his dominant hand.
- The condition progressively limited hand functionality.
- Previous partial tumor resection over two years yielded unsuccessful results.
Findings:
- Radical surgical tumor resection, specifically finger amputation, was performed.
- One-year follow-up confirmed complete resolution of pain.
- The patient experienced no recurrence of symptoms.
Implications:
- Radical surgical resection, including amputation, can be an effective treatment for severe glomangiomatosis.
- This approach may be considered when conservative measures and partial resection fail.
- Successful management of glomangiomatosis can restore function and eliminate pain in affected individuals.
