Giant Cell Tumor of the Extensor Tendon Sheath in Proximal Phalanx - A Case Report

Journal Title: International Journal of Research and Review - Year 2018, Vol 5, Issue 1

Abstract

Multilobulated giant cell tumors affecting the extensor tendon sheaths in hand are uncommon lesions. The treatment of these lesions includes a wide marginal excision. We report a case of giant cell tumor involving the extensor sheath of proximal phalynx which was treated with wide local excision. The patient showed no signs of recurrence at one year follow-up.

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Akshay Bhardwaj

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Akshay Bhardwaj (2018). Giant Cell Tumor of the Extensor Tendon Sheath in Proximal Phalanx - A Case Report. International Journal of Research and Review, 5(1), 9-11. https://europub.co.uk/articles/-A-479695