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[Accessory soleus muscle as a tumor in the ankle region]
1Ortopedisk avdeling Sentralsjukehuset i Rogaland, Stavanger.
Summary
An accessory soleus muscle caused ankle pain and boot-fitting issues for an ice hockey player. Surgical excision successfully treated this rare condition, confirming the utility of advanced imaging like CT and MRI for diagnosis.
Area of Science:
- Orthopedic Surgery
- Sports Medicine
- Anatomy
Background:
- Accessory soleus muscle is a rare anatomical variant.
- It can cause lower extremity pain and functional limitations, particularly in athletes.
- Diagnosis has historically relied on surgical verification.
Observation:
- A 21-year-old ice hockey player presented with medial ankle swelling.
- Symptoms included difficulty fitting skating boots and pain during play.
- The swelling was attributed to an accessory soleus muscle.
Findings:
- The patient underwent successful surgical excision of the accessory soleus muscle.
- Computed tomography (CT) and magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) are recommended for non-invasive diagnosis.
- Surgical intervention is indicated for symptomatic cases.
Implications:
- This case highlights the importance of considering rare anatomical variations in athletes presenting with ankle pain.
- Advanced imaging modalities can aid in accurate pre-operative diagnosis.
- Timely surgical management can resolve symptoms and allow return to sport.