Vol. 5, Issue 4 (2019)

Fibroma of tendon sheath in the distal metatarsal region of foot mimicking GCT of tendon sheath: A rare tumor

Author(s):

Dr. Prashant Madan Mohan, Dr. Prem Regis PA, Dr. Mahesh Kumar P, Dr. Arun Kumar KV and M Narayana Reddy

Abstract:
Rationale: Fibroma of tendon sheath is a rare benign tumor that is attached to the tendon sheath.
Patient concerns: A 16-year-old boy presented with a painless mass in his right foot, which was initially misdiagnosed as a giant cell tumor of the tendon sheath.
Diagnosis: Fibroma of tendon sheath, which exhibited radiographic features similar to those of giant cell tumor of tendon sheath. Excisional biopsy demonstrated spindle-shaped cells and collagen-like stroma.
Interventions: The patient underwent excision biopsy.
Outcomes: The patient recovered well and showed no signs of recurrence at 6-month follow-up.
Lessons: This case provides valuable insights for foot and ankle surgeons. While radiological investigations are helpful in many diseases, histological examination is indispensable for establishment of the final diagnosis.
Abbreviations: FTS = fibroma of tendon sheath, MRI = magnetic resonance imaging. GCTTS = giant cell tumor of tendon sheath.

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How to cite this article:
Dr. Prashant Madan Mohan, Dr. Prem Regis PA, Dr. Mahesh Kumar P, Dr. Arun Kumar KV and M Narayana Reddy. Fibroma of tendon sheath in the distal metatarsal region of foot mimicking GCT of tendon sheath: A rare tumor. Int. J. Orthop. Sci. 2019;5(4):270-273. DOI: 10.22271/ortho.2019.v5.i4e.1682