A case of primary tarsal sinus synovial sarcoma
Abstract Background Primary intra-articular synovial sarcoma is a rare condition that is frequently misdiagnosed due to its indolent growth pattern and similarity to other common joint disorders. Case presentation A 48-year-old Chinese woman presented with a 3-year history of recurrent pain and limi...
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| author | Zhang Ye Cui Zixing Lv Xiaojun Yang Ningning Shi Qifeng |
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| description | Abstract Background Primary intra-articular synovial sarcoma is a rare condition that is frequently misdiagnosed due to its indolent growth pattern and similarity to other common joint disorders. Case presentation A 48-year-old Chinese woman presented with a 3-year history of recurrent pain and limited mobility in her left ankle. She had previously been misdiagnosed with conditions such as ankle sprain, synovitis, or tarsal sinus syndrome. After undergoing arthroscopic synovectomy, pathological examination confirmed the diagnosis of synovial sarcoma. Conclusion Primary intra-articular synovial sarcoma is an exceedingly rare and often misdiagnosed condition. It’s slow growth and clinical overlap with other joint pathologies contribute to diagnostic challenges. Accurate diagnosis relies on comprehensive evaluation, particularly when clinical manifestations deviate from typical presentations. A high index of suspicion and thorough pathological assessment are essential for timely and accurate diagnosis. |
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| spelling | doaj-art-ea4c5af6828741b0a6847a68bf4d4c432025-08-20T03:37:19ZengBMCDiagnostic Pathology1746-15962025-07-012011710.1186/s13000-025-01674-7A case of primary tarsal sinus synovial sarcomaZhang Ye0Cui Zixing1Lv Xiaojun2Yang Ningning3Shi Qifeng4Pathology Department, Wuxi Xishan People’s HospitalLaboratory Department, Wuxi Xishan People’s HospitalPathology Department, Wuxi Xishan People’s HospitalPathology Department, Wuxi Xishan People’s HospitalPathology Department, Wuxi Xishan People’s HospitalAbstract Background Primary intra-articular synovial sarcoma is a rare condition that is frequently misdiagnosed due to its indolent growth pattern and similarity to other common joint disorders. Case presentation A 48-year-old Chinese woman presented with a 3-year history of recurrent pain and limited mobility in her left ankle. She had previously been misdiagnosed with conditions such as ankle sprain, synovitis, or tarsal sinus syndrome. After undergoing arthroscopic synovectomy, pathological examination confirmed the diagnosis of synovial sarcoma. Conclusion Primary intra-articular synovial sarcoma is an exceedingly rare and often misdiagnosed condition. It’s slow growth and clinical overlap with other joint pathologies contribute to diagnostic challenges. Accurate diagnosis relies on comprehensive evaluation, particularly when clinical manifestations deviate from typical presentations. A high index of suspicion and thorough pathological assessment are essential for timely and accurate diagnosis.https://doi.org/10.1186/s13000-025-01674-7Synovial sarcomaTarsal sinusIntra-articular |
| spellingShingle | Zhang Ye Cui Zixing Lv Xiaojun Yang Ningning Shi Qifeng A case of primary tarsal sinus synovial sarcoma Diagnostic Pathology Synovial sarcoma Tarsal sinus Intra-articular |
| title | A case of primary tarsal sinus synovial sarcoma |
| title_full | A case of primary tarsal sinus synovial sarcoma |
| title_fullStr | A case of primary tarsal sinus synovial sarcoma |
| title_full_unstemmed | A case of primary tarsal sinus synovial sarcoma |
| title_short | A case of primary tarsal sinus synovial sarcoma |
| title_sort | case of primary tarsal sinus synovial sarcoma |
| topic | Synovial sarcoma Tarsal sinus Intra-articular |
| url | https://doi.org/10.1186/s13000-025-01674-7 |
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