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Glomus tumor causing anterior thigh pain: a case report
Sang Young So1, Byng Mook Kim1, Sun Yeul Lee1
1Department of Anesthesiology and Pain Medicine, Chungnam National Universitiy Hospital, Daejeon, Korea.
The Korean Journal of Pain
|April 22, 2014
Summary
Extradigital glomus tumors, often misdiagnosed as neuropathic pain, require careful evaluation. Ultrasonography aids in diagnosing these rare tumors in atypical locations, preventing misdirected treatment.
Area of Science:
- Oncology
- Diagnostic Imaging
Background:
- Glomus tumors are rare, benign neoplasms, with 75% occurring in the subungual region.
- Extradigital glomus tumors present diagnostic challenges due to atypical locations and symptoms, often mimicking neuropathic pain.
Observation:
- A case of a glomus tumor in the thigh was initially misdiagnosed.
- Symptoms were similar to neuropathic pain, leading to potential misdirected treatment.
Findings:
- Careful evaluation of the lesion is crucial for accurate diagnosis.
- Ultrasonography is presented as a valuable, non-invasive tool for local evaluation and diagnosis of glomus tumors.
Implications:
- Early and accurate diagnosis of extradigital glomus tumors can prevent misdiagnosis and inappropriate treatment.
- Ultrasonography can improve diagnostic accuracy in pain clinics for rare tumors.