Tumor-like conditions of the hand and upper extremity typically present as masses
and can be confused as more serious conditions. The differential diagnosis of these
lesions can cross over with many more commonly recognized benign and malignant upper
limb tumors, and it is, therefore, important for the hand surgeon to be familiar with
tumor-like conditions. The diagnosis of these lesions often can be made on clinical
grounds supported by a careful physical examination and plain film radiography. Advanced
imaging and excisional biopsy may be needed in many circumstances to secure the diagnosis
given their similarity with bone and soft tissue sarcomas.
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Published online: October 28, 2017
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September 18,
2017
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February 17,
2017
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