Neurilemoma of the medial plantar nerve: a case report and literature review.
case_report · Level V
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Abstract
A neurilemoma is an uncommon, benign, encapsulated neoplasm whose origin is derived from the Schwann cells. Its incidence in the foot is uncommon. A review of the literature, etiology, incidence, clinical presentation, histology, differential diagnosis, and treatment are discussed. The authors present a case of a neurilemoma of the medial plantar nerve of the foot.
Medical subject headings
- Foot
- Foot Diseases
- Neurilemmoma
- Peripheral Nervous System Neoplasms
- Soft Tissue Neoplasms
Anatomy
- foot