giant cell tumour of tendon sheath Flashcards
1
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what is the common name for it?
A
tenosynovitis
2
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what is it?
A
benign nodular tumour found on tendon sheath of hands and feet
3
Q
what is the pathophysiology?
A
benign regenerative hyperplasia with inflammatory process
can be localised or diffuse
4
Q
what is clinical presentation?
A
firm, discreet swelling, usually on volar aspect of digits
can occur in toes
may or may not be tender
5
Q
what investigations are used?
A
x-ray, US, MRI
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