Lipomas compressing the radial nerve at the elbow.

Area of Science:

• Orthopedics
• Neurology
• Surgical Oncology

Background:

• Lipomas are common benign tumors.
• Nerve compression by lipomas is rare.
• Radial nerve compression can cause significant symptoms.

Purpose of the Study:

• To report on the successful surgical treatment of radial nerve compression secondary to lipomas.
• To highlight the efficacy of surgical excision for this rare condition.

Main Methods:

• Case series of four patients with lipoma-induced radial nerve compression.
• Surgical excision of the lipomas was performed in all cases.

Main Results:

• All four patients experienced complete resolution of symptoms following surgical excision.
• No complications were reported post-surgery.

Conclusions:

• Surgical excision is an effective treatment for radial nerve compression caused by lipomas.
• Despite the rarity, lipomas should be considered in the differential diagnosis of radial nerve compression.