Peripheral nerve sheath tumor

Case contributed by Maulik S Patel
Diagnosis almost certain

Presentation

Localized swelling in distal leg on lateral aspect. Occasional pain.

Patient Data

Age: 60 years
Gender: Female
x-ray

A rounded homogeneous opacity is seen lateral to the lower fibula diaphysis, forming a skin bulge.

ultrasound

Mixed solid - cystic lesion is seen in subcutenous plane of distal leg on lateral aspect. Superficial peroneal nerve is seen entering and exiting the lesion; at proximal and distal ends respectively.

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