Journal of hand surgery (Edinburgh, Scotland)
Is the treatment of enchondroma in the hand by simple curettage a rewarding method?
Abstract
46 enchondromata of the hand have been treated by simple curettage without bone grafting. 82% healed and 16% were left with only small bone defects. Only one patient had a clear-cut recurrence requiring re-operation. This simple method, performed on out-patient basis, is recommended.
Source and rights
Published by Journal of hand surgery (Edinburgh, Scotland), 1990. The guideline itself is at the source linked here.
Prognia summarises this guideline for reference and education. It is not medical advice. Always check the official guideline and current local protocols before acting on it.
At a glance
- Published
- 1990
- Applies to
- 🇺🇸 United States
- Scope
- National
- Journal
- Journal of hand surgery (Edinburgh, Scotland)
- PubMed
- 2230500
- Added to Prognia
- 16 July 2026
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