The topic Enchondroma you are seeking is a synonym, or alternative name, or is closely related to the medical condition Chondroma.

Quick Summary:

• Chondroma is a benign bone tumor, or in medical terminology “an intraosseous tumor of hyaline cartilage”. It is a fairly common tumor observed in adults and is also known as Enchondroma
• The tumor can involve any bone in the body. However, the most common ones include the bones of the hands and feet. Humerus, femur, and other long bones can also be involved. When the tumor involves the fingers or toes, enlargement of the affected digits is noted
• Chondroma can occur sporadically (meaning, no family history is observed), or be present as part of a syndrome. When the tumor occurs in the background of a syndrome, it is often referred to as syndromic Chondroma, else it is termed sporadic Chondroma
• A vast majority of the tumors are small and asymptomatic. The tumor is usually painless and discovered incidentally during radiological studies that are undertaken for other unrelated conditions
• Large tumors are more likely to cause bone pain. The presence of a Chondroma can weaken the bone resulting in easy fractures, called pathologic fractures. In such cases, the healthcare provider may undertake suitable treatments for the condition
• The treatment measures may involve a ‘wait and watch’ approach, or surgical excision, when needed. In most cases, the prognosis of sporadic Chondroma is excellent; while, the outcomes for syndromic Chondroma is dependent upon the underlying condition

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