Case Report
Macrodystrophia Lipomatosa: A Case Report and Relevant Anatomical Considerations
Authors:
- Inês Da MataEmail Inês Da Mata
- António Proença Caetano
Abstract
Macrodactyly, a often congenital anomaly, entails abnormal enlargement of digits, predominantly affecting hands or feet, either in isolation or as part of a syndromic condition. The authors present a case of Macrodystrophia Lipomatosa (ML), a form of macrodactyly, in a 62-year-old patient, emphasizing macrodactyly manifestations through clinical and radiological assessments. Additionally, the authors explore anatomical aspects related to nerve distribution in affected digits, providing a comprehensive understanding of ML.
Teaching Point: Explore macrodactyly, emphasizing digits nerve plexus anatomy, which can reveal crucial clues for diagnosing a specific form of this anomaly.
- Year: 2024
- Volume: 108 Issue: 1
- Page/Article: 33
- DOI: 10.5334/jbsr.3522
- Submitted on 13 Jan 2024
- Accepted on 5 Mar 2024
- Published on 26 Mar 2024