Angiolipoma: A Unique Cause of Carpal Tunnel Syndrome

Autor: Yi Deng, Sindy Vrancic, Adrienne Morey
Jazyk: angličtina
Rok vydání: 2021
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Zdroj: Case Reports in Orthopedic Research, Vol 4, Iss 1, Pp 24-28 (2021)
Druh dokumentu: article
ISSN: 2296-9373
DOI: 10.1159/000511968
Popis: Carpal tunnel syndrome is one of the most common conditions affecting the hand. The majority of cases are idiopathic, with tumours causing less than 3% of cases. We present a unique case of an angiolipoma overlying the carpal tunnel as a cause of median nerve compression. A 54-year-old female presented with signs and symptoms consistent with carpal tunnel syndrome associated with an enlarging lump overlying the carpal tunnel on the palmar surface of her hand. Nerve conduction studies confirmed median neuropathy. The case was successfully treated by surgical excision of the tumour and open carpal tunnel release. Histopathology confirmed the presence of an angiolipoma. The patient had complete resolution of symptoms at the final 6-week follow-up. This case highlights the importance of considering tumours in the differential diagnosis of carpal tunnel syndrome.
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