Hypertonic saline destruction of multiple glomus tumors

J Dermatol Surg Oncol. 1994 May;20(5):347-8. doi: 10.1111/j.1524-4725.1994.tb01636.x.

Abstract

Background: Multiple glomus tumors are uncommon cutaneous neoplasms. Therapeutic destructive alternatives include excision, argon or CO2 laser treatment, and sclerotherapy with sodium tetradecyl sulphate.

Objective: A case report is presented using a previously unreported technique of therapy, specifically hypertonic saline.

Methods: 23.4% NaCl was injected intraluminally in four sessions over a 6-month period.

Conclusion: Serial hypertonic saline injections should be added to the list of effective treatment alternatives for multiple glomus tumors.

Publication types

  • Case Reports

MeSH terms

  • Adult
  • Female
  • Glomus Tumor / therapy*
  • Humans
  • Saline Solution, Hypertonic / therapeutic use*
  • Sclerotherapy / methods*
  • Skin Neoplasms / therapy*

Substances

  • Saline Solution, Hypertonic