Giant cell tumor - Hamate

Area of Science:

• Orthopedic Surgery
• Oncology
• Hand Surgery

Background:

• Giant cell tumor (GCT) is a primary bone tumor known for local aggressiveness.
• GCT typically affects long bone epiphyses and some flat bones.
• Carpal bone GCT is exceptionally rare with distinct clinical features.

Purpose of the Study:

• To present a rare case of GCT in the hamate bone.
• To discuss the clinical, radiological, and histopathological aspects of GCT in carpal bones.
• To review treatment strategies for carpal bone GCT.

Main Methods:

• Case report of a 17-year-old female with GCT of the hamate.
• Surgical excision of the tumor.
• Reconstruction using acrylic bone cement.

Main Results:

• The patient achieved a good outcome post-surgery.
• No recurrence of the giant cell tumor was observed.
• The management approach proved effective for this rare presentation.

Conclusions:

• Giant cell tumors of the carpal bones require careful consideration due to their rarity.
• Surgical excision and reconstruction with bone cement can be a viable treatment option.
• Further discussion on clinico-radiological and histopathological findings is warranted for carpal bone GCTs.