Chondrosarcoma of the distal phalanx of the second toe: a case report

J Foot Ankle Surg. 2004 Mar-Apr;43(2):110-2. doi: 10.1053/j.jfas.2004.01.002.

Abstract

Although chondrosarcoma is a relatively common malignant bone lesion, these lesions rarely affect the foot. This article presents the case of a 32-year-old woman with a chondrosarcoma in the distal phalanx of the right second toe. Radiography and computed tomography showed cortical disruption and soft-tissue expansion. Histologically, the tumor was classified as grade 2 chondrosarcoma according to the American Joint Committee of Cancer pathologic staging system. Amputation at the distal half of the second proximal phalanx was performed to obtain clear surgical margins. A literature review and discussion of salient diagnostic and treatment issues is included.

Publication types

  • Case Reports

MeSH terms

  • Adult
  • Bone Neoplasms / pathology*
  • Bone Neoplasms / surgery
  • Chondrosarcoma / pathology*
  • Chondrosarcoma / surgery
  • Female
  • Foot Bones / pathology*
  • Foot Bones / surgery
  • Foot Diseases / pathology*
  • Foot Diseases / surgery
  • Humans
  • Toes