Intraosseous epidermoid cyst of the finger phalanx: a case report.
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چکیده
Epidermoid cysts of the finger phalanx are rare pseudotumours. They are benign lesions with a satisfactory outcome after excision. We describe a case of an epidermoid cyst in the distal phalanx of the ring finger. It was treated successfully and the patient had excellent functional results and radiological healing at one-year follow-up.
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ورودعنوان ژورنال:
- Journal of orthopaedic surgery
دوره 14 3 شماره
صفحات -
تاریخ انتشار 2006