scholarly journals Asymptomatic Glomus Tumor of the Mediastinum

2015 ◽  
Vol 2015 ◽  
pp. 1-3 ◽  
Author(s):  
Meletios Kanakis ◽  
Nikoletta Rapti ◽  
Maria Chorti ◽  
Achilleas Lioulias
Keyword(s):  
Surgical Resection ◽  
Glomus Tumor ◽  
Clinical Symptoms ◽  
Benign Neoplasms ◽  
Glomus Tumors ◽  
Glomus Cells ◽  
Anatomic Distribution

Glomus tumors are rare benign neoplasms that predominate in limbs. Infrequently, they can occur in a wide anatomic distribution, to include sites not known to contain glomus cells. Although glomus tumors are usually small, pain and tenderness are common clinical symptoms. We report the case of a 69-year-old man with an asymptomatic large mediastinal glomus tumor, who underwent surgical resection.

scholarly journals Extradigital Glomus Tumor of Thigh

2015 ◽  
Vol 2015 ◽  
pp. 1-3 ◽  
Author(s):  
Kemal Beksaç ◽  
Lutfi Dogan ◽  
Nazan Bozdogan ◽  
Gulay Dilek ◽  
Gokhan Giray Akgul ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
High Temperature ◽  
Soft Tissue ◽  
Glomus Tumor ◽  
Soft Tissue Tumors ◽  
Benign Neoplasms ◽  
Rare Entity ◽  
Glomus Tumors ◽  
Classical Triad ◽  
High Temperature Sensitivity ◽  
Extradigital Glomus

Glomus tumors are benign neoplasms that arise from neuromyoarterial glomus bodies. They represent around 1–5% of all soft-tissue tumors. High temperature, sensitivity, and pain and localized tenderness are the classical triad of symptoms. Most glomus tumors represent in the subungual area of digits. Extradigital glomus tumors are a very rare entity. There are rare cases of these tumors reported to be in shoulder, elbow, knee, wrist, even stomach, colon, and larynx. We are reporting a case of a glomus tumor on thigh and discuss the histological and immunohistochemical features.

scholarly journals Synchronous subungual glomus tumors in the same finger

2012 ◽  
Vol 87 (3) ◽  
pp. 475-476 ◽  
Author(s):  
Nilton Di Chiacchio ◽  
Walter Refkalefsky Loureiro ◽  
Nilton Gioia Di Chiacchio ◽  
Diego Leonardo Bet
Keyword(s):  
Rare Case ◽  
Glomus Tumor ◽  
Benign Neoplasm ◽  
Glomus Tumors ◽  
Nail Bed ◽  
Glomus Cells

The glomus tumor is an uncommon benign neoplasm of glomus cells. In the majority of the cases it is presented as a solitary painful papule in the subungual region. We report a rare case of a patient with two individual synchronous glomus tumors under the nail bed of the same finger.

scholarly journals Glomus tumors with malignant features of the extremities: a case series

2020 ◽  
Vol 10 (1) ◽  
Author(s):  
Taylor R. Wood ◽  
Jonathan B. McHugh ◽  
Geoffrey W. Siegel
Keyword(s):  
Surgical Resection ◽  
Glomus Tumor ◽  
Case Series ◽  
Retrospective Chart Review ◽  
Positive Margin ◽  
Limited Information ◽  
Glomus Tumors ◽  
Short Course ◽  
The University ◽  
Age Range

Abstract Background Malignant glomus tumors are exceedingly rare, however they can be locally aggressive and have the potential to metastasize. There is limited information available in the literature regarding treatment and outcomes, therefore we present a case series of 5 patients with glomus tumors with malignant features confined to the extremities that have presented to our tertiary sarcoma center within the last 20 years. This is the largest case series of its kind in the malignant glomus tumor literature, to our knowledge. Methods We performed a retrospective chart review of all patients with histologically confirmed glomus tumors with malignant features in the extremities found within the University of Michigan EMERSE database since January 1st, 2000. Results Five patients met our inclusion and exclusion criteria. Three patients were diagnosed with malignant glomus tumors, one patient with glomus tumor with uncertain malignant potential, and the last patient with malignant glomus tumor with leiomyosarcomatous features. Males and females were equally represented. Age range was 9–49 years at time of first presentation. All patients underwent an initial surgical resection. Three of the five patients (60%) underwent initial resection at an outside hospital prior to referral to tertiary sarcoma center, and all three required re-resection. One of these patients had local tumor recurrence after a planned positive margin resection and radiotherapy. Another patient had distant metastasis after a positive margin surgical resection and a short course of radiotherapy. All patients are still alive according to their medical record with the average time from initial treatment to last follow up of 59.2 months. Conclusions Our study supports the current literature that wide-local resection with the goal of negative margins is still the current gold standard treatment for glomus tumors with malignant features. Studies with larger cohorts are necessary before recommending for or against radiotherapy or chemotherapy. Early biopsy and referral to a tertiary sarcoma center prior to surgical resection may help reduce the re-resection rate and potential seeding of the tumor in these patients, thereby improving outcomes.

scholarly journals Glomus tumors in the foot

2020 ◽  
Vol 14 (2) ◽  
pp. 183-186
Author(s):  
Matthew Workman ◽  
Nick P Saragas ◽  
Paulo Ferrao
Keyword(s):  
Quality Of Life ◽  
Surgical Procedures ◽  
Glomus Tumor ◽  
Benign Neoplasms ◽  
Foot Pain ◽  
Level Of Evidence ◽  
Glomus Tumors ◽  
Delay In Diagnosis ◽  
Marginal Excision

Glomus tumors are rare, benign neoplasms arising from components of the glomus apparatus. They are uncommon in the foot, often leading to misdiagnosis or a delay in diagnosis. This can have a significant impact on a patient’s quality of life and may result in incorrect surgical procedures being performed. Correct recognition leads to timeous diagnosis and marginal excision, which is curative. A glomus tumor should be considered in patients with no obvious cause for localized, severe foot pain. We report two different presentations of a glomus tumor in the foot. Level of Evidence V; Therapeutic Studies; Expert Opinion.

Case report: a case of primary pulmonary glomus tumor

2020 ◽  
Author(s):  
shuangshuang Deng ◽  
Jianhao Huang ◽  
Qi Yin ◽  
Jinli Gao ◽  
Feilong Wang ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Tumor Recurrence ◽  
Glomus Tumor ◽  
Clinical Symptoms ◽  
Clinical Manifestations ◽  
Final Diagnosis ◽  
Case Presentation ◽  
Glomus Tumors ◽  
Disease Case ◽  
The Right

Abstract Background Glomus tumors, as extremely rare tumors of the lung, since their rarity and the variety of the clinical symptoms, tend to be misdiagnosed. The location of these tumors as well as their early diagnosis is a pivot for the prognosis of the disease. Case presentation We report a case of old patient whose final diagnosis was primary pulmonary glomus tumor. She initially was found a nodule in the right lung, which was enlarged during follow-up and finally confirmed after surgery. Postoperative pathology was considered as a primary pulmonary glomus tumor. There has been no evidence of tumor recurrence or metastasis so far. Conclusion Primary pulmonary glomus tumor is rare. The clinical manifestations are related symptoms occupying lesions in the lung. The diagnosis of the tumor depends on histopathology and immunohistochemistry. Surgical resection is considered as the most effective treatment for this condition.

scholarly journals Gastric glomus tumor: a case report and review of the literature

2021 ◽  
Vol 15 (1) ◽  
Author(s):  
Eleni S. Tsagkataki ◽  
Mathaios E. Flamourakis ◽  
Ioannis G. Gkionis ◽  
Michail I. Giakoumakis ◽  
Georgios N. Delimpaltadakis ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Surgical Resection ◽  
Endoscopic Ultrasound ◽  
Preoperative Diagnosis ◽  
Gastrointestinal Endoscopy ◽  
Glomus Tumor ◽  
Postoperative Recovery ◽  
Upper Gastrointestinal Endoscopy ◽  
Glomus Tumors ◽  
Mesenchymal Neoplasm ◽  
Upper Gastrointestinal

Abstract Introduction Gastric glomus tumor is a rare mesenchymal neoplasm. There are only a few cases of the tumor showing malignancy, and there are no specific guidelines for the management of this entity. Case presentation We present the case of a 53-year-old Caucasian male who was hospitalized for anemia. Computerized tomography of the abdomen depicted a mass between the pylorus of the stomach and the first part of the duodenum. Preoperative diagnosis was achieved with pathology examination of the biopsies taken via endoscopic ultrasound and upper gastrointestinal endoscopy. An antrectomy with Roux-en-Y anastomosis and appendicectomy, due to suspicion of appendiceal mucocele, were performed. The patient had an uneventful postoperative recovery and was discharged 5 days later. Discussion Preoperative diagnosis of a gastric glomus tumor is difficult owing to the location of the tumor and the lack of specific clinical and endoscopic characteristics. Furthermore, it is exceptional to establish diagnosis with biopsies taken through endoscopic ultrasound or upper gastrointestinal endoscopy, prior to surgical resection. Although most glomus tumors are benign and are not known to metastasize, there are rare examples of glomus tumors exhibiting malignancy. Treatment of choice is considered wide local excision with negative margins. However, long-term follow-up is required as there is the possibility of malignancy. Conclusion The aim of this report is to enlighten doctors about this uncommon pathologic entity. Surgical resection is considered the golden standard therapy to establish a diagnosis and evaluate the malignant potential.

SUBUNGUAL GLOMANGIOMYOMA — A CASE REPORT

Hand Surgery ◽  
2012 ◽  
Vol 17 (02) ◽  
pp. 271-273 ◽  
Author(s):  
Adi Wollstein ◽  
Ronit Wollstein
Keyword(s):  
Case Report ◽  
Temperature Sensitivity ◽  
Clinical Presentation ◽  
Glomus Tumor ◽  
Anatomical Location ◽  
Benign Neoplasms ◽  
Glomus Tumors ◽  
Nail Bed ◽  
Associated Symptoms ◽  
Point Tenderness

Glomus tumors are benign neoplasms that develop from normal glomus bodies. These tumors are most commonly found in the nail bed of the hands and are characterized by point tenderness, and temperature sensitivity. Histologically, they are classified into three groups, the least common is glomangiomyoma, which is a variant distinguished by its predominant smooth muscle cellular content. This report describes a patient with a subungual glomangiomyoma that was surgically excised with a favorable outcome. The tumor is unusual for this location; a location common for typical glomus tumors. It presented without the typical associated symptoms of point and temperature sensitivity. This may suggest that the histological type may be more important in predicting the clinical presentation than the anatomical location of the glomus tumor.

CT and MRI imaging of glomus tumors of the temporal bone

2018 ◽  
pp. 26-32
Author(s):  
E. A. Stepanova ◽  
М. V. Vishnyakova ◽  
V. I. Sambulov ◽  
I. Т. Mukhamedov
Keyword(s):  
Magnetic Resonance ◽  
Diagnostic Imaging ◽  
Temporal Bone ◽  
Glomus Tumor ◽  
Magnetic Resonance Tomography ◽  
Mri Imaging ◽  
Glomus Tumors ◽  
Magnetic Resonance Imaging Mri ◽  
Temporal Bone Tumor ◽  
Ct And Mri

Glomus tumor is one of the most common temporal bone tumors. Most of them are benign and locally invasive, some are occasionally able to metastasize and have signs of malignancy. Diagnostic imaging is necessary before treatment. Computer tomography (CT) is traditionally used as a primary method of diagnosis, to recognize changes in the temporal bone. Role of magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) in temporal bone tumor diagnosis is not definitively determined.Purpose. To assess the possibilities of computer and magnetic resonance tomography, to develop an algorithm for the application of diagnostic imaging methods in the diagnosis of glomus tumors of the temporal bone.Material and methods. The article presents the experience of diagnosing 30 patients with glomus tumors.Results. The tympanic form of the glomus tumor was observed in 11 cases (37%), tympano-yugular in 19 cases (63%). CT and MRI data totally coincided in cases of small tumors (type A and B). In the presence of extended forms CT ability of assessing bone invasion, involvement of the internal carotid artery, internal jugular vein, and dural sinuses was lower than the MRI.

scholarly journals Primary pancreatic glomus tumor invading into the superior mesenteric vein: a case report

2020 ◽  
Vol 6 (1) ◽  
Author(s):  
Ichiro Tamaki ◽  
Yohei Hosoda ◽  
Hironobu Sasano ◽  
Yu Sasaki ◽  
Hidenori Kiyochi ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Case Report ◽  
Tumor Cells ◽  
Solid Tumor ◽  
Superior Mesenteric Vein ◽  
Glomus Tumor ◽  
Small Cells ◽  
Histopathological Analysis ◽  
Glomus Tumors ◽  
Mesenteric Vein ◽  
Direct Invasion

Abstract Background Glomus tumors are subcutaneous tumors arising from glomus bodies, thermoregulatory components of the skin. These tumors could occur in visceral organs where glomus bodies are not normally present. Herein, we report a case of primary pancreatic glomus tumor with aggressive direct invasion into the superior mesenteric vein (SMV). To the best of our knowledge, this is the second case report of a glomus tumor arising in the pancreas. Case presentation A 46-year-old woman was referred to our hospital due to vomiting with epigastric and back pain. Dynamic-CT revealed a well-circumscribed hypervascular mass, measuring 37 mm in its maximal diameter involving the pancreatic head. Both CT and endoscopic ultrasonography (EUS) revealed direct invasion into the SMV and radiologically suspected tumor thrombus. Biopsy sample obtained by EUS-guided fine needle aspiration revealed proliferation of small cells, round-to-oval tumor cells with round nuclei and scant cytoplasm. A histological diagnosis of pancreatic neuroendocrine tumor, G1 was initially considered. Therefore, subtotal stomach-preserving pancreatoduodenectomy using Child-II reconstruction was subsequently performed. Her SMV was resected and reconstructed due to extensive tumor involvement. Subsequent histopathological analysis revealed solid tumor cells proliferation that comprised oval-shaped nuclei and scant cytoplasm around disorganized or slit-shaped vessels in hematoxylin–eosin-stained slides. Immunohistochemical analysis then demonstrated positive immunoreactivity for smooth muscle actin, vimentin, and CD34, but negative for chromogranin A, synaptophysin, CD56, and signal transducer and activator of transcription 6. Based on these histological findings of resected specimens, the lesion was subsequently diagnosed as a primary pancreatic glomus tumor harboring direct invasion into the SMV. Her postoperative course was uneventful and annual surveys for the following 4 years post-op detected no clinical signs of recurrence. Conclusions We report a very rare case of glomus tumor of the pancreas accompanied by venous invasion. Curative surgical resection is the best treatment option for pancreatic glomus tumors. Although pancreatic glomus tumor is rare, it should be taken into consideration in the differential diagnosis of a pancreatic solid tumor with hypervascularity.

scholarly journals Digital Glomus Tumor: Bibliographic Review of the Studies Published over the Past 10 Years

2021 ◽  
Vol 49 (01) ◽  
pp. 046-055
Author(s):  
Victoria Hernández ◽  
Tania Lena ◽  
Eliana Camacho ◽  
Matías Craviotto
Keyword(s):  
Glomus Tumor ◽  
Case Reports ◽  
Low Frequency ◽  
Benign Neoplasm ◽  
Surgical Excision ◽  
Soft Tissue Tumors ◽  
Glomus Tumors ◽  
The Past ◽  
Pubmed Search ◽  
Magnetic Resonance Imaging Mri

AbstractGlomus tumors are a mostly benign neoplasm that constitutes less than 4% of upper-limb soft-tissue tumors. Its unspecific clinical presentation, added to its low frequency, leads to a late diagnosis.The objective of the present study is to update the clinical-paraclinical approach and the surgical technique used in the treatment.We carried out a literature review from 2014 to 2019 on digital glomus tumor in the hand in adult patients using the PubMed search engine.In most of the publications analyzed, the diagnosis was clinical, with a delay of 1 to 10 years. Plain radiography is the most requested study; of the 16 articles reporting its indication, only half evidenced compatible changes. Magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) was requested in 15 articles, presenting normal results in 3 of them. The treatment of choice was surgical excision using a transungual approach. Only 4 articles report recurrence after excision.Although there is diversity in the approach to these tumors, we conclude that the diagnosis is clinical, and the treatment surgical, and there is no consensus regarding the paraclinical indication. The information available comes mainly from case reports, publications that contribute to the generation of evidence for the clinical practice in rare diseases such as this one.

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