Risk Factors Associated With Misdiagnosis of Digital Glomus Tumor

Xie, Yutong; Zhang, Feng; Lineaweaver, William C.; Zhou, Xijie; Chen, Hongyu; Yan, Hede

doi:10.1097/sap.0000000000003263

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“…Other studies have suggested a potential link between GTs and specific viral infections, such as human papillomavirus and Epstein–Barr virus. However, further research is necessary to validate these findings 6,7 …”

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Modified nail folding approach: A novel strategy for the treatment of subungual glomus tumors—A case series study

Ahangar,

Akbaribazm,

Rahimi

et al. 2023

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Key Clinical MessageThe modified nail folding approach, a new surgical technique, has been shown to be safe and effective for the treatment of subungual glomus tumors, providing clinicians with a new treatment option for patients with this condition.AbstractGlomus tumors (GTs) are rare benign tumors that originate from the glomus body in the skin of the fingertips, toes, and nail beds. GTs are more prevalent in women than in men and can occur sporadically or as part of an inherited condition known as multiple GTs. The exact cause of GTs is unknown, but it is believed that mutations in the cells of the glomus body contribute to their development. In this study, we present the efficacy of a novel surgical technique called the modified nail folding approach for treating subungual GTs. We report a case series involving 17 patients who underwent the nail folding approach for surgical removal of subungual GTs. The primary objective of this article is to provide evidence supporting the safety and effectiveness of this technique. Additionally, we aim to introduce clinicians to a new, secure, and efficient treatment option for patients with subungual GTs.

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“…However, further research is necessary to validate these findings. 6,7 The diagnostic process for GTs typically involves a combination of physical examination, medical history review, and imaging tests. Imaging tests, such as X-ray, MRI, or ultrasound, are commonly employed to obtain detailed images of the affected area.…”

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Modified nail folding approach: A novel strategy for the treatment of subungual glomus tumors—A case series study

Ahangar,

Akbaribazm,

Rahimi

et al. 2023

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“…6,7 Female patients are more likely to have glomus tumors, 8 while there is no established gender predisposition for these tumors. 9,10 Considering the limited effectiveness of anti-inflammatory drugs, 11 a full excision of the lesion is the only option to relieve pain. As a bloody field may prevent complete excision and lead to recurrence, 12 tumor removal is performed in a bloodless field under loupe magnification, with tourniquet application.…”

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Solitary Glomus Tumor on the Base of the Right Thumb: A Rare Case Report and a Literature Review from Saudi Arabia

Arkoubi

2024

IMCRJ

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A glomus tumor (GT) is a rare and usually benign tumor that originates from the glomus body, which is involved in thermoregulation in the skin. Solitary or multiple, digital or extra-digital, these cutaneous tumors can be benign or malignant. This report describes the diagnosis and surgical management of a solitary glomus tumor at the base of the right thumb in a young Sudanese woman. The diagnosis of glomus tumor was confirmed by medical history, sonographic findings and histopathological report. The lesion was excised via direct complete excision under local anesthesia, resulting in a complete resolution of symptoms. Owing to its high sensitivity level, the use of ultrasound is appropriate to evaluate a lesion suspected to be a glomus tumor. A clinician needs to take into consideration the likelihood of glomus tumors when assessing a patient who has a skin lesion on fingers, toes, or extra-digital area, with pain triggered by temperature changes, pressure, or touch. Additionally, this report includes a review of recent globally reported cases of glomus tumor in the hand to highlight the distinctiveness of this report in context to its atypical location in the area of the thenar eminence and underscoring it as a unique report of its kind from Saudi Arabia.

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