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Abstract
Schwannoma is a benign tumour of Schwann cells originating from myelin sheath of axons of the nerves. It is usually seen in the vestibular region, very rarely found in extremity regions. Schwannomas are termed ‘Giant’ when they measure more than five centimetres in a minimum of one dimension. Giant schwannomas in the foot and ankle region are extremely uncommon. Only eight cases of such a condition are reported. This is a case report of a giant schwannoma found arising from the superficial peroneal nerve in the dorsolateral aspect of the foot. This swelling was excised completely and the diagnosis was confirmed by histopathology.
- Pathology
- Surgical oncology
- Neurooncology
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Contributors The following authors were responsible for drafting of the text, sourcing and editing of clinical images, investigating results, drawing original diagrams and algorithms, and critical revision for important intellectual content—YK, AB, SMA and DAG. The following authors gave final approval of the manuscript—YK, AB, SMA and DAG.
Funding The authors have not declared a specific grant for this research from any funding agency in the public, commercial or not-for-profit sectors.
Case reports provide a valuable learning resource for the scientific community and can indicate areas of interest for future research. They should not be used in isolation to guide treatment choices or public health policy.
Competing interests None declared.
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