Pachydermodactyly, a new case from Iran

Area of Science:

• Dermatology
• Rare Diseases
• Fibromatosis

Background:

• Pachydermodactyly (PDD) is a rare benign digital fibromatosis.
• It affects the proximal, lateral aspects of fingers, specifically the PIP joints.
• Characterized by asymptomatic, symmetrical soft tissue swellings.

Observation:

• A case report of a 15-year-old male patient is presented.
• The patient exhibited typical PDD symptoms involving the second to fifth fingers.
• The swellings were noted on the radial and ulnar aspects of the proximal interphalangeal (PIP) joints.

Findings:

• The case confirms the characteristic presentation of Pachydermodactyly.
• The condition is benign and primarily affects adolescents.
• Symmetrical, asymptomatic swelling of the digits is the hallmark finding.

Implications:

• This case contributes to the limited literature on Pachydermodactyly.
• Understanding PDD aids in differential diagnosis of digital swellings.
• Further research may explore genetic or environmental factors contributing to PDD.