Melorheostosis involving the hand

Melorheostosis on the second finger of the hand

“…[1] In some cases, lymphedema, hemangioma, soft tissue mass, myositis, muscular dystrophy, arteriovenous aneurysm, and scleroderma can be seen. [2] The differential diagnosis of melorheostosis includes scleroderma, infantile cortical hyperostosis, osteopathia striata, osteopoikilosis, and neurofibromatosis. Radiological findings in melorheostosis are usually sufficient for an accurate diagnosis.…”

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deformity, and contracture as a result of the effects on bone and soft tissue. [2] This case report aimed to present a detailed examination of a rare bone disease in an atypical localization in the upper extremity.

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“…[1] It can be diagnosed at any age, and it is seen equally in both sexes. [2] About half of the cases present signs and symptoms by the age of 20. [1] While the disease's progression is fast during growth, it slows down when growth stops.…”

“…Hyperostosis is often accompanied by hyperplasia and abnormalities in adjacent connective tissues. [2] This disease may result in growth disturbance in the extremity, joint ankylosis, restricted movement, Melorheostosis is a rare disease with skeletal system involvement. The etiology of the disease, which usually manifests itself with bending and pain in the long bones, is still unknown.…”

A Rare Case of Melorheostosis in the Hand of a Saudi Woman

“…Complications such as trigger finger or carpal tunnel syndrome, along with joint stiffness causing motion range limitation and deformities, could develop due to soft tissue swelling and fibrosis. In some cases, it causes joint deformities that may become so severe as to require surgical treatment [1,8]. Open Access Case Report DOI: 10.7759/cureus.8877…”