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Enchondroma protuberans: a case report
1Department of Surgery, University of Toronto, Canada.
The Journal of Hand Surgery
|April 29, 1998
Summary
Enchondroma protuberans is a rare benign cartilaginous tumor. This case report details a successful treatment and 36-month follow-up for a pediatric patient, highlighting conservative management.
Area of Science:
- Orthopedic Oncology
- Pediatric Oncology
- Skeletal Tumors
Background:
- Enchondroma protuberans is an exceptionally rare benign cartilaginous tumor, with limited documented cases worldwide.
- Accurate differentiation from aggressive tumors is crucial to prevent unnecessary radical resection.
Observation:
- A case of enchondroma protuberans in the third metacarpal of a 7-year-old boy is presented.
- The patient underwent an incisional biopsy, followed by marginal resection and intramedullary curettage.
Findings:
- The described treatment approach for this rare tumor was effective.
- A 36-month follow-up revealed no evidence of tumor recurrence.
Implications:
- This case contributes to the limited literature on enchondroma protuberans management.
- Conservative surgical strategies may be viable for enchondroma protuberans, avoiding extensive surgery.