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Enchondroma protuberans of the hand: A case report
Ali Kord1,2, Bret Kravis2, Sara Rsotami2
1Division of Interventional Radiology, University of Illinois at Chicago, Chicago, IL, USA.
Radiology Case Reports
|May 15, 2020
Summary
Enchondroma protuberans (EP) is a rare bone tumor. This case highlights imaging
Area of Science:
- Orthopedic Oncology
- Radiology
- Pathology
Background:
- Enchondroma protuberans (EP) is a rare variant of enchondroma characterized by outward bone growth.
- This condition often presents as a palpable mass, requiring accurate diagnosis.
Observation:
- An 18-year-old male presented with a painless mass on his left third finger.
- Radiography revealed a lucent lesion in the phalanx, and MRI confirmed a cortical-based mass with features suggestive of chondroid matrix.
Findings:
- Surgical excision, curettage, and bone grafting were performed.
- Pathology confirmed the diagnosis of Enchondroma protuberans (EP).
Implications:
- This case underscores the importance of advanced imaging, particularly MRI, for diagnosing EP.
- Accurate preprocedural diagnosis is crucial for effective management of this rare bone tumor.