Giant cell tumors of the tendon sheath are usually operable.
Giant cell tumor of tendon sheath is also known as benign synovial tumor and yellow tumor. It is mostly associated with inflammation, trauma, and cholesterol metabolism disorders. Tumor cells originate from synovial tissue around the joint and tendon sheath tissue. It occurs in the tendon sheath, mainly on the palmar surface of the fingers, with a small portion originating from the interphalangeal joints.
Giant cell tumor of tendon sheath mainly presents as a painless, hard, soft tissue mass, which is usually slow-growing.
Giant cell tumor of tendon sheath can be treated surgically. Surgical resection is more effective, and can be enlarged again if local recurrence occurs. Longitudinal finger amputation can be performed in patients with multiple recurrences or those who have compromised function.
Giant cell tumor of tendon sheath is recommended to be treated timely under the guidance of doctors to avoid delaying the condition.