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[Axillary nerve schwannoma (case report)]
Y El Andaloussi1, I Abkari, R Bleton
1Service de chirurgie orthopédique et traumatologie du sport, hôpital Foch, 40, rue Worth, 92150 Suresnes, France. yassirelandaloussi27@hotmail.com
Chirurgie De La Main
|September 27, 2008
Summary
Schwannomas are benign peripheral nerve tumors. This case highlights an exceptional schwannoma located in the axillary nerve, successfully treated with surgical resection.
Area of Science:
- Orthopedic Surgery
- Neurosurgery
- Oncology
Background:
- Schwannomas are typically benign tumors arising from peripheral nerve sheaths.
- They most commonly affect nerves in the upper limb.
- Early diagnosis and treatment are crucial for favorable outcomes.
Observation:
- This report details an unusual case of schwannoma occurring in the axillary nerve.
- Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI) revealed characteristic features suggestive of schwannoma.
- Histological examination confirmed the diagnosis.
Findings:
- Complete surgical resection of the axillary nerve schwannoma was performed.
- Care was taken to preserve adjacent nerve fibers during the procedure.
- The patient experienced recovery without residual deficits.
Implications:
- This case expands the known anatomical locations for schwannoma presentation.
- Surgical excision offers a low risk of recurrence and malignant transformation for benign schwannomas.
- Preservation of nerve function is achievable with meticulous surgical technique.
