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Tyler Willenbrink¹, Lindsay Thelin², Gregory Connor³

¹School of Medicine, University of South Carolina, Columbia, South Carolina.

Pediatric Dermatology

|September 9, 2017

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Macrodystrophia lipomatosa, a rare gigantism of digits, involves fibroadipose tissue overgrowth. This case highlights its association with median nerve fibrolipomatous hamartoma, emphasizing early recognition.

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Area of Science:

Medical Science
Dermatology
Orthopedics

Background:

Macrodystrophia lipomatosa is a rare congenital condition characterized by excessive growth of mesenchymal and fibroadipose tissues.
It typically affects the digits of the extremities, presenting as a form of localized gigantism.

Observation:

A 25-year-old male presented with progressive overgrowth of his right hand.
Symptoms included intermittent pain, numbness, and restricted hand function.

Findings:

Diagnostic imaging and biopsy confirmed macrodystrophia lipomatosa.
The condition was associated with a fibrolipomatous hamartoma of the median nerve.

Implications:

This case underscores the importance of considering macrodystrophia lipomatosa in the differential diagnosis of digital overgrowth.
Early identification and management are crucial for improving patient outcomes and function.
Further research into the dermatological and neurological aspects of this rare condition is warranted.