Mehmet DEMİR, Nicon NITA
Annals of Clinical and Analytical Medicine - 2026;17(4):305-307
Aim: This study aims to investigate the clinical and demographic characteristics of enchondromas in 112 patients and provide insights into their diagnosis and management. Methods: This retrospective descriptive study analyzed the data of 112 patients diagnosed with enchondromas based on MRI findings between 2018 and 2024. Demographic details, clinical findings, and tumour characteristics, including location and size, were evaluated. Tumours were localized in the hand, foot, long bones, and other bones. The size of tumours was measured radiologically, and their clinical implications were assessed. Results: The patients ranged in age from 5 to 84 years, with a mean age of 45.35 years. Females constituted 59% of the cohort. Tumours were most commonly located in the hand bones (35%), followed by long bones (30%), foot bones (20%), and other bones (15%). The average tumour size was 2.5 cm, typically smaller than 3 cm. While most enchondromas were asymptomatic, larger tumours were associated with symptoms such as pain and swelling. Conclusion: Enchondromas are predominantly benign, asymptomatic cartilage tumours with a higher prevalence in females and hand bones. Their clinical management depends on tumour size and symptomatology. Further research with larger cohorts is needed to deepen the understanding of enchondroma pathogenesis and clinical behavior.
