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Leiomyoma in the hand. A case report.

S C Robinson1, R J Kalish

  • 1State University of New York Health Sciences Center, Syracuse.

Clinical Orthopaedics and Related Research
|June 1, 1990
PubMed
Summary

A rare avascular leiomyoma originating from a digital artery in the thumb was successfully removed. Preoperative vascular assessment may aid in diagnosing these painful hand tumors.

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Area of Science:

  • Vascular Surgery
  • Orthopedic Surgery
  • Dermatopathology

Background:

  • Leiomyomas are rare tumors originating from smooth muscle.
  • Hand leiomyomas, particularly those arising from digital arteries, are exceptionally uncommon.
  • Diagnosis of hand leiomyomas is often challenging based on clinical presentation alone.

Observation:

  • A 60-year-old woman presented with an avascular leiomyoma originating from a digital artery in her thumb.
  • The tumor caused significant pain, a characteristic that can distinguish it from other benign hand tumors.
  • Preoperative evaluation of vascular function was considered a potential diagnostic clue.

Findings:

  • The patient underwent successful en bloc excision of the digital artery leiomyoma.
  • The leiomyoma was noted to be avascular, highlighting a spectrum within vascular smooth muscle tumors.
  • Histopathological confirmation of leiomyoma arising from the digital artery.

Implications:

  • This case underscores the importance of considering leiomyomas in the differential diagnosis of painful hand masses.
  • Preoperative vascular imaging may be beneficial in identifying potential digital artery leiomyomas.
  • Understanding the spectrum of vascularity in smooth muscle tumors is crucial for accurate diagnosis and treatment planning.

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