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Park YU, Han J, Seo YW. Nail-preserving excision of glomus tumor in the second toe: Case report and literature review. Medicine (Baltimore) 2024; 103:e37398. [PMID: 38489706 PMCID: PMC10939694 DOI: 10.1097/md.0000000000037398] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/08/2023] [Revised: 01/21/2024] [Accepted: 02/07/2024] [Indexed: 03/17/2024] Open
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INTRODUCTION This case report describes the diagnosis of a glomus tumor in the second toe of a 38-year-old female, followed by surgical treatment utilizing a transungual approach to preserve the nail. This study highlights the diagnostic challenges and surgical strategies to treat such tumors while preserving nail integrity. PATIENT CONCERNS Pain occurred once a week, but over time, it increased, and just before seeking medical attention, she experienced pain more than 5 times a day. The pain worsened when cold water touched her toe. DIAGNOSIS We observed a slight hump indicating nail plate deformity, and the patient exhibited severe pinpoint tenderness (positive Love test) in the affected area. Color duplex ultrasound was performed for further investigation, revealing a hypervascular hypoechoic nodule measuring 0.5 cm in size at the nail bed of the right second toe. INTERVENTION The surgery was performed under digital nerve block anesthesia using a modified transungual nail-preserving approach for the excision of the glomus tumor. OUTCOMES The pain that was reported prior to the surgery has improved postoperatively, and the recovery has been uneventful without any other complication. CONCLUSION This paper provides a comprehensive examination of a rare glomus tumor in the second toe, elucidating both diagnostic intricacies and treatment modalities. It emphasizes the dual necessity of achieving total tumor excision while also considering aesthetic outcomes. The insights presented herein are intended to serve as valuable guidance for clinicians confronted with similar clinical scenarios, underlining the delicate interplay between effective tumor management and the preservation of cosmetic integrity.
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- Young Uk Park
- Department of Orthopedic Surgery, Ajou University Hospital, Ajou University School of Medicine, Suwon, Gyeonggi-do, Korea
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Joyson D R K, Sasi P K, Prabhu AJ, Ponmar M, Pallapati SCR. Outcomes Following Excision of Toe Glomus Tumors. Foot Ankle Int 2024; 45:243-251. [PMID: 38339796 DOI: 10.1177/10711007231217283] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 02/12/2024]
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BACKGROUND Glomus tumors are uncommon tumors and their occurrence in the foot is even less common. Glomus tumors of the toes are often missed, causing delays in diagnosis and treatment. We report an ambispective observational study of glomus tumors of the toes that were treated at our institution. METHODS We reviewed the records of all the patients who underwent excision of toe glomus tumors in our department from January 2010 to September 2022. The follow-up data were collected from the outpatient records and by telephonic interview. Single Assessment Numeric Evaluation (SANE) score, Foot and Ankle Outcome Score (FAOS), and the Foot Function Index (FFI) were collected. RESULTS Out of all the patients treated for glomus tumors, we found that 7 patients had glomus tumors of the toes. Of the 7 patients, 6 were women and 1 was a male. The mean follow-up of our patients was 66.4 months (range, 7-109 months). Of the 7 patients, 1 presented with recurrent glomus tumor 30 months following the primary operation, for which she underwent excision again, after which she was symptom free. Another patient who developed recurrent symptoms on telephonic interview refused any further treatment. Among the 6 patients who were symptom-free at follow-up (including the patient who underwent excision for the recurrent tumor), the median SANE score, and FFI were 99.5 (IQR, 96-100) and 0.5 (IQR, 0-2) respectively. The mean FAOS was 96 (SD, 3.3). CONCLUSION Surgical excision of the subungual toe glomus tumors can be curative. Recurrence of toe glomus tumors was noted in 2 patients (29%), one of whom refused further surgery. Re-excision in the other patient resulted in complete resolution of symptoms. LEVEL OF EVIDENCE Level III, ambispective observational study.
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- Kathir Joyson D R
- Dr Paul Brand Centre for Hand Surgery, Leprosy Reconstructive Surgery and Peripheral Nerve Surgery, Department of Hand Surgery, Christian Medical College Hospital, Vellore, Tamil Nadu, India
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- Dr Paul Brand Centre for Hand Surgery, Leprosy Reconstructive Surgery and Peripheral Nerve Surgery, Department of Hand Surgery, Christian Medical College Hospital, Vellore, Tamil Nadu, India
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- Department of Pathology, Christian Medical College, Ida Scudder Road, Vellore, Tamil Nadu, India
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- Department of Pathology, Christian Medical College, Ida Scudder Road, Vellore, Tamil Nadu, India
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- Dr Paul Brand Centre for Hand Surgery, Leprosy Reconstructive Surgery and Peripheral Nerve Surgery, Department of Hand Surgery, Christian Medical College Hospital, Vellore, Tamil Nadu, India
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Lee WQ, Li Y, Yeo NEM. Glomus tumour: an institutional experience of 31 cases. J Orthop Surg Res 2023; 18:741. [PMID: 37777807 PMCID: PMC10541690 DOI: 10.1186/s13018-023-04234-1] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/23/2023] [Accepted: 09/25/2023] [Indexed: 10/02/2023] Open
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BACKGROUND Glomus tumour is an uncommon soft tissue tumour which commonly occurs in the distal extremities, particularly the subungual region of the finger. Due to its rarity, there is a paucity of literature concerning glomus tumour. Therefore, this paper aims to report a case series based on our institution's experience. METHODS A retrospective cross sectional study was performed in a single tertiary institution in Singapore. All patients diagnosed with glomus tumour confirmed on histology from January 2019 to October 2022 were included in the study. Patient demographics and clinical information (presenting signs and symptoms, tumour parameters and presence of recurrence) were retrieved from existing medical records. RESULTS A total of 31 cases of glomus tumour were diagnosed from January 2019 to October 2022, and the relevant demographics and clinical presentation were reported. Majority of glomus tumours occurred in the finger (61.3%). Pain was present in almost all the cases (96.8%), while a lump was visible in less than half (48.4%). An average of 44.0 months elapsed before patients were properly diagnosed and treated. There were no cases of recurrence despite involved margins in three cases. CONCLUSION Glomus tumour can be easily missed if clinicians do not have an index of suspicion for it, resulting in delayed treatment. Once diagnosed, glomus tumour can be treated with complete excision with good outcomes.
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- Wen Qiang Lee
- Department of Orthopaedics, Singapore General Hospital, Outram Road, Singapore, 169608, Singapore.
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- Department of Anatomical Pathology, Singapore General Hospital, Outram Road, Singapore, 169608, Singapore
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- Department of Orthopaedics, Singapore General Hospital, Outram Road, Singapore, 169608, Singapore
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Kimura T, Kubota M, Hattori H, Saito M. Simultaneous Glomus Tumors of the Third and Fourth Toes: A Case Report. JBJS Case Connect 2022; 12:01709767-202206000-00028. [PMID: 36099526 DOI: 10.2106/jbjs.cc.21.00780] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 06/15/2023]
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CASE A glomus tumor of the toes is rare, and as far as we know, there has been no report of simultaneous occurrence in 2 toes. A 45-year-old woman presented with forefoot pain. Based on imaging findings, glomus tumors of the third and fourth toes were suspected. Tumor resection was performed, and pathological examination confirmed the diagnosis of glomus tumors. CONCLUSION In this case, it was difficult to recognize the tumors because they occurred simultaneously in 2 toes. Even for sites where a glomus tumor is rare, it is important to understand the characteristic symptoms through a detailed interview and examination.
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- Tadashi Kimura
- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, The Jikei University School of Medicine, Tokyo, Japan
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Zanjani LO, Shafiee Nia B, Vosoughi F, Mirzaian E, Aghaghazvini L, Arabzadeh A. An unusual case of chest wall glomus tumor presenting with axillary pain: a case report and literature review. Eur J Med Res 2021; 26:49. [PMID: 34034818 PMCID: PMC8146208 DOI: 10.1186/s40001-021-00518-6] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/09/2021] [Accepted: 05/15/2021] [Indexed: 02/08/2023] Open
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BACKGROUND Glomus tumor is an uncommon soft tissue tumor. However, as the tumor causes significant disability, its early diagnosis is essential. It involves subungual areas of fingers and toes in most cases, and its extra-digital involvement is rarely seen. To the best of the authors' knowledge, only a few chest wall involvement cases have been reported in the literature. CASE PRESENTATION In this paper, we describe a 63-year-old patient with a chest wall glomus tumor presenting with axillary paroxysmal pain and limitation in his shoulder range of motion that had been missed for nearly 15 years. His symptoms were relieved immediately following surgical excision. CONCLUSION Glomus tumors may involve any part of the human body. It is curable with surgical excision in most cases. Therefore, a correct early diagnosis has paramount importance. A high index of suspicion is needed for early diagnosis, especially when the tumor involves uncommon anatomic areas.
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- Leila Oryadi Zanjani
- Orthopedic Surgery Department, Shariati Hospital, Tehran University of Medical Sciences, Tehran, Iran
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- Orthopedic Surgery Department, Shariati Hospital, Tehran University of Medical Sciences, Tehran, Iran
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- Joint Reconstruction Research Center, Orthopedic Surgery Department, End of Keshavarz Blvd, Imam Khomeini Hospital, Tehran University of Medical Sciences, 1419733141 Tehran, Iran
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- Department of Pathology, Shariati Hospital, Tehran University of Medical Sciences, Tehran, Iran
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- Department of Radiology, Shariati Hospital, Tehran University of Medical Sciences, Tehran, Iran
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- Joint Reconstruction Research Center, Orthopedic Surgery Department, End of Keshavarz Blvd, Imam Khomeini Hospital, Tehran University of Medical Sciences, 1419733141 Tehran, Iran
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Vasilevska-Nikodinovska V, Samardjiski M, Jovanovik R, Ilievski B, Janevska V. Low-Grade Malignancy Glomus Tumor in a Setting of Multiple Glomus Tumors - Case Report. Open Access Maced J Med Sci 2019; 7:4082-4088. [PMID: 32165957 PMCID: PMC7061405 DOI: 10.3889/oamjms.2019.610] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.2] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/12/2019] [Revised: 08/15/2019] [Accepted: 12/16/2019] [Indexed: 11/05/2022] Open
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BACKGROUND: Glomus tumors are rare neoplasms accounting for less than 2% of all soft tissue tumors but multiple lesions may be seen in up to 10% of the patients. Solitary glomus tumor (GT) most frequently appears as small nodule in specific locations such as subungual region or deep dermis. However, rarely these entities have been observed in extracutaneous locations such as the gastrointestinal, cardiovascular, respiratory tracts, and other visceral organs. A small fraction of the GTs may present as tumors of uncertain malignant potential or as malignant glomus tumors. CASE PRESENTATION: We report a patient with multiple glomus tumors on the time of diagnosis, which was histologically diagnosed as an atypical glomus tumor following resection of a tumor thrombus in the left renal vein, inferior vena cava trombus with intracardial extension, and mitral valve specimen. The intramuscular lesion from the thigh was diagnosed as a glomus tumor of uncertain malignant potential. Further examinations revealed multiple lesions trough her body: kidneys, breast, heart and subcutaneous tissue. The diagnosis of glomus tumor of uncertain malignant potential versus glomus tumor with low malignant potential could be quite challenging, and the clinical course may be as a determining factor for final diagnosis. CONCLUSION: To our knowledge, this is the only known case of glomus tumor with multiple organ involvement and aggressive biological behavior at presentation.
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- University Orthopedic Clinic, Clinical Center "Mother Theresa", Ss. Cyril and Methodius University of Skopje, Skopje, Republic of Macedonia
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- Institute of Pathology, Faculty of Medicine, Ss. Cyril and Methodius University of Skopje, Skopje, Republic of Macedonia
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- Institute of Pathology, Faculty of Medicine, Ss. Cyril and Methodius University of Skopje, Skopje, Republic of Macedonia
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- Institute of Pathology, Faculty of Medicine, Ss. Cyril and Methodius University of Skopje, Skopje, Republic of Macedonia
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Romanos E, Al Delfi F, Hubballah M, Farah C. Glomus tumour of the fourth toe: case discussion and review of literature. BMJ Case Rep 2019; 12:12/11/e231100. [PMID: 31772128 DOI: 10.1136/bcr-2019-231100] [Citation(s) in RCA: 5] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/04/2022] Open
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This is a case report with literature review and discussion of current diagnostic studies and management of a rare case of glomus tumour in the fourth toe of a 36-year-old male patient.
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- Elie Romanos
- Orthopedic Surgery, Dr Sulaiman Al Habib Hospital, Dubai, United Arab Emirates
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- Laboratory and Pathology, Dr Sulaiman Al Habib Hospital, Dubai, United Arab Emirates
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- Neurology and Neurosurgery, Dr Sulaiman Al Habib Hospital, Dubai, United Arab Emirates
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- Radiology, Dr Sulaiman Al Habib Hospital, Dubai, United Arab Emirates
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Nasreddine FZ, Chiheb S. [Subungual glomus tumors: 20 cases]. Ann Dermatol Venereol 2016; 143:462-4. [PMID: 27083975 DOI: 10.1016/j.annder.2016.02.027] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/08/2015] [Revised: 08/03/2015] [Accepted: 02/24/2016] [Indexed: 10/21/2022]
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- F-Z Nasreddine
- Service de dermatologie, CHU Ibn Rochd, rue Lahcen-El-Arjoun, 20100 Casablanca, Maroc.
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- Service de dermatologie, CHU Ibn Rochd, rue Lahcen-El-Arjoun, 20100 Casablanca, Maroc
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UNLABELLED Tumors of the foot and ankle are rarely encountered in the general patient population. Even among studies of tumor patients, foot and ankle neoplasms are uncommon. Given the weight-bearing demands of the foot and its relatively small area, even small masses are likely to be symptomatic and/or palpable to both patient and physician. Only 3% of osseous neoplasms are found in this region, while 8% of benign soft tissue tumors and 5% of malignant soft tissue tumors are localized to the foot and ankle. Despite the rarity of presentation, it is important for orthopaedic surgeons to be familiar with the diagnostic criteria and therapeutic options for these patients, as each tumor varies in its presentation, level of aggressiveness, and natural history of the disease. With appropriate diagnostic tests and treatment, patients can anticipate a reasonable chance of survival and preservation of function. In this review article, the authors survey the current literature regarding the presentation, diagnostic workup, and treatment for the most common benign and malignant tumors of the foot and ankle. LEVELS OF EVIDENCE Level IV: Literature Review.
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- John G Kennedy
- Division of Foot and Ankle Surgery, Hospital for Special Surgery, New York, New York (JGK, KAR, NAS)University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine, Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania (MVH, CDM)
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- Division of Foot and Ankle Surgery, Hospital for Special Surgery, New York, New York (JGK, KAR, NAS)University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine, Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania (MVH, CDM)
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- Division of Foot and Ankle Surgery, Hospital for Special Surgery, New York, New York (JGK, KAR, NAS)University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine, Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania (MVH, CDM)
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- Division of Foot and Ankle Surgery, Hospital for Special Surgery, New York, New York (JGK, KAR, NAS)University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine, Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania (MVH, CDM)
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- Division of Foot and Ankle Surgery, Hospital for Special Surgery, New York, New York (JGK, KAR, NAS)University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine, Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania (MVH, CDM)
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Mohindra M, Sambandam B, Gautam VK, Maini L. A Rare Case of Glomus Tumor of the Great Toe: An Analysis of Behavior at This Rare Site. Foot Ankle Spec 2016; 9:83-7. [PMID: 26864831 DOI: 10.1177/1938640015578517] [Citation(s) in RCA: 3] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.4] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 12/13/2022]
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UNLABELLED Glomus tumor, originally known as an angioneuromyoma, is a benign neoplasm arising from specialized structures called glomus bodies, involved in thermoregulation. Although it has been reported at a number of sites in the body, this rare tumor is most commonly seen in the subungual areas of the digits of the hand. Only a handful of lesions have been reported in the toes. Because most foot conditions are treated by podiatrists and dermatologists, orthopaedic surgeons are generally unaccustomed to making early diagnoses. The purpose of this case report is to alert the attending surgeon regarding the possibility of glomus tumor as a cause of chronic toe pain. Also it has been observed that the behavior of this tumor varies with the site of occurrence-whether digital or extradigital. So we have extensively reviewed all similar reports in the literature to analyze the behavior of this tumor at this unusual location, apart from comparing it with the more common finger variety, to ensure it possibly is not a misclassification like the chemodectomas that were earlier thought to be glomus tumors. LEVELS OF EVIDENCE Therapeutic Level IV: Case Study.
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- Mukul Mohindra
- Department of Orthopaedics, Maulana Azad Medical College and Associated Hospitals, New Delhi, India (MM, BS, VKG, LM)
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- Department of Orthopaedics, Maulana Azad Medical College and Associated Hospitals, New Delhi, India (MM, BS, VKG, LM)
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- Department of Orthopaedics, Maulana Azad Medical College and Associated Hospitals, New Delhi, India (MM, BS, VKG, LM)
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- Department of Orthopaedics, Maulana Azad Medical College and Associated Hospitals, New Delhi, India (MM, BS, VKG, LM)
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UNLABELLED Glomus tumors are painful, benign neoplasms that frequently are associated with delayed diagnosis. Commonly in the hand, they rarely present in the foot. The purpose of this case series is to characterize the clinical presentation, radiology, pathology, and surgical outcomes associated with foot glomus tumors. We reviewed our pathology database for patients with foot glomus tumors diagnosed between 1995 and 2013. Medical records including physician notes, pathology, and radiology were reviewed. Eleven patients had foot glomus tumors excised at our institution during the study period. The mean age was 45.4 (range = 28-60) years. One patient was lost to follow-up. Mean follow-up for the remaining 10 patients was 44.7 (range = 3-142) months. Ten tumors were located in the subungual region, while 1 was located in the plantar pulp of the distal phalanx. All patients presented with pain. Point tenderness, cold hypersensitivity, and nail abnormalities were variably documented but frequently present. Four patients had had prior surgery for an ingrown toenail prior to presentation at our institution. Six patients had preoperative magnetic resonance imaging studies, which were diagnostic of glomus tumor in all cases except one. Radiographs failed to provide diagnosis in all 8 patients for whom they were obtained. Postoperatively, all patients had complete symptom relief with no recurrences.In conclusion, this case series demonstrates that foot glomus tumors frequently present with classic symptoms including pain, point tenderness, and cold hypersensitivity. When clinically suspected, magnetic resonance imaging should be obtained. Marginal excision results in symptom relief and cure. LEVEL OF EVIDENCE Therapeutic, Level IV: Case series.
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- Samir K Trehan
- Orthopaedic Residency Program (SKT), Hospital for Special Surgery, New YorkDepartment of Foot and Ankle Surgery (DSS, SJE), Hospital for Special Surgery, New YorkDepartment of Radiology and Imaging (DNM), Hospital for Special Surgery, New YorkDepartment of Pathology and Laboratory Medicine (GP), Hospital for Special Surgery, New York
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- Orthopaedic Residency Program (SKT), Hospital for Special Surgery, New YorkDepartment of Foot and Ankle Surgery (DSS, SJE), Hospital for Special Surgery, New YorkDepartment of Radiology and Imaging (DNM), Hospital for Special Surgery, New YorkDepartment of Pathology and Laboratory Medicine (GP), Hospital for Special Surgery, New York
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- Orthopaedic Residency Program (SKT), Hospital for Special Surgery, New YorkDepartment of Foot and Ankle Surgery (DSS, SJE), Hospital for Special Surgery, New YorkDepartment of Radiology and Imaging (DNM), Hospital for Special Surgery, New YorkDepartment of Pathology and Laboratory Medicine (GP), Hospital for Special Surgery, New York
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- Orthopaedic Residency Program (SKT), Hospital for Special Surgery, New YorkDepartment of Foot and Ankle Surgery (DSS, SJE), Hospital for Special Surgery, New YorkDepartment of Radiology and Imaging (DNM), Hospital for Special Surgery, New YorkDepartment of Pathology and Laboratory Medicine (GP), Hospital for Special Surgery, New York
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- Orthopaedic Residency Program (SKT), Hospital for Special Surgery, New YorkDepartment of Foot and Ankle Surgery (DSS, SJE), Hospital for Special Surgery, New YorkDepartment of Radiology and Imaging (DNM), Hospital for Special Surgery, New YorkDepartment of Pathology and Laboratory Medicine (GP), Hospital for Special Surgery, New York
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Moore MO, Stewart J. Cytopathologic diagnosis of esophageal glomus tumor presenting as an incidental posterior mediastinal mass in an 80-year-old male. Diagn Cytopathol 2013; 42:705-10. [DOI: 10.1002/dc.23022] [Citation(s) in RCA: 3] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/07/2013] [Revised: 04/10/2013] [Accepted: 06/03/2013] [Indexed: 01/29/2023]
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- Mark O. Moore
- Division of Cytopathology; Department of Pathology and Laboratory Medicine; University of Wisconsin School of Medicine and Public Health; Madison Wisconsin
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- Division of Cytopathology; Department of Pathology and Laboratory Medicine; University of Wisconsin School of Medicine and Public Health; Madison Wisconsin
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Glomus tumor is a rare mesenchymal neoplasm composed of cells that resemble the modified perivascular smooth muscle cells (glomus cells) of the normal glomus body. A glomus tumor can appear in any part of the body, although it mostly appears in the extremities, especially in the subungual area of the hand. It has been less commonly reported in the foot. A case of glomus tumor of the pulp of the hallux is described in the present report.
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- Tun Hing Lui
- Consultant, Department of Orthopaedics and Traumatology, North District Hospital, Sheung Shui, New Territory, Hong Kong Special Administrative Region, China.
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- Associate Consultant, Department of Pathology, North District Hospital, Sheung Shui, New Territory, Hong Kong Special Administrative Region, China
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