Case Report of Glomus Tumor in Rare Location

Frange, Andrea Penhalber; Cestari, Marcela da Costa Pereira; Filho, Jayme de Oliveira; Michalany, Alexandre Ozores

doi:10.15406/jdc.2017.01.00019

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“…Studies have reported a mean duration ranging from 1.9 years to 10 years [10]. These tumors can be categorized as solitary or multiple, with the solitary type being more frequent and typically affecting middle-aged females, often localized to the distal phalanges of the fingers [9]. While 75% of glomus tumors are subungual [7], their occurrence over the ventromedial aspect of the distal phalanx, as seen in our patient, is rare.…”

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“…However, these risk factors were not evident in our case. Glomus tumors exhibit a variable evolution period, ranging from days to decades, and their rarity often results in delayed diagnoses and treatment initiation [9]. In the index case, the clinical symptom was present for four years.…”

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“…In the case presented, X-rays were sufficient to detect the mass in the distal finger, negating the necessity for additional radiological examinations. Although cost-effective and dynamic, ultrasonography can typically visualize lesions, commonly hypoechogenic, up to 3 mm in diameter [9]. Although essentially benign, glomus tumors can rarely coexist with sarcomas, leading to glomangiosarcoma [11].…”

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A Glomus Tumor Presenting on the Ventromedial Aspect of the Little Finger Causing Bony Erosion: A Rare Case From India

Solunke,

Gundecha,

Gupta

et al. 2024

Cureus

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Glomus tumors are rare neoplasms originating from the glomus body that predominantly manifest in the subungual region of the digits and are distinguished by severe pain and a heightened sensitivity to cold. Bony erosion associated with glomus tumors is a rare phenomenon. Here, we present a unique case of a glomus tumor situated on the ventromedial aspect of the little finger, leading to notable bony erosion. A 42year-old female from India presented with a chief complaint of severe and localized pain in the ventromedial region of her right little finger, exacerbated by exposure to cold temperatures. Radiological investigations demonstrated focal bone erosion at the site of the tumor. Surgical excision of the lesion was performed. A fish-mouth incision was made on the ventromedial aspect of the little finger, which was extended to the tip of the finger. The nail bed was kept intact. The tumor was excised using small forceps. The patient experienced complete resolution of symptoms postoperatively and reported no recurrence during the follow-up period. This case report highlights the exceptional presentation of a glomus tumor causing bony erosion on the ventromedial aspect of the little finger, a manifestation rarely encountered in clinical practice. Furthermore, this case contributes to the limited body of literature on this combination of uncommon clinical entities, shedding light on its diagnosis and management.

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