Tenosynovial giant cell tumor of hand: A rare case report

Abstract

Giant cell tumor happens to be the second most common tumor of the hand.Being recently named as Tenosynovial Giant Cell Tumor, the localised type occurs predominantly in digits. We report a case of 23 year old female with progressive swelling in the hand which on MRI was suspected to be a Tenosynovial Giant Cell Tumor. Surgical excision of the tumor was done and was confirmed by biopsy, followed by early start of physiotherapy. On follow up there was no signs of recurrence at the end of 1 year. Hence these cases require a meticulous surgical approach and dissection for the excision and prevention of recurrence.

Keywords

• Giant cell tumor hand
• Tenosynovial giant cell tumor
• Orthopedic oncology
• GCT excision