Malignant glomus tumor of the thumb: a case report.
case_report · Level V
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Abstract
Glomangiosarcoma is a rare malignant variant of the glomus tumor (GT). It has been reported in different anatomical locations, with only 1 report of its localization to the hand, despite the fact that its benign counterpart is most frequently found there. There is only 1 report of glomangiosarcoma that has metastasized. Special attention should be paid to GTs that are not well circumscribed, since the possibility of persistence and malignant transformation is increased in these lesions. The treatment of choice for glomangiosarcomas is wide local excision.
Medical subject headings
- Glomus Tumor
- Thumb