Solitary enchondroma in the distal phalanx of the right thumb: An unusual localization

An unusual localization of solitary enchondroma in the distal phalanx of the right thumb is reported. The lesion was studied by radiograph and magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) investigation. It was surgically treated by curettage with bone grafting.

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Published in:Clinical imaging 2000-09, Vol.24 (5), p.323-324
Main Authors: Iannicelli, Elsa, Spagnoli, Anna Maria, Almberger, Maria, Salvini, Vittorio, Codacci Pisanelli, Massimo, Drudi, Francesco Maria
Format: Article
Language:English
Subjects:
Adult
Chondroma - diagnosis
Chondroma - surgery
Female
Humans
Magnetic Resonance Imaging
Thumb
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Summary:An unusual localization of solitary enchondroma in the distal phalanx of the right thumb is reported. The lesion was studied by radiograph and magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) investigation. It was surgically treated by curettage with bone grafting.
ISSN:0899-7071
1873-4499
DOI:10.1016/S0899-7071(00)00206-0