Case report 802: Ewing's tumor of the proximal phalanx of the third finger with radiographic progression documented over a 6-year-period.

Abstract

In summary, a case of Ewing's tumor of the proximal phalanx of the long finger of the right hand was presented. This case is unusual because of its location as well as the unusually long clinical course before the correct diagnosis was made. The major point to be stressed is that Ewing's tumor may initially present with a "benign" appearance mimicking a bone cyst [17] or angioma [12]. Timely follow-up of so-called benign lesions, particularly when recurrent swelling occurs, would help in avoiding prolonged delays in diagnosis.