Foot and ankle angioleiomyoma: a systematic review.

ABSTRACT:

Background

Angioleiomyoma is a benign tumor arising from smooth muscle that is commonly found in the foot and ankle. This systematic review aims to synthesize the limited data from numerous case reports and case series, which often involve small sample sizes, to provide orthopaedic surgeons with a comprehensive overview of the diagnosis and management of foot and ankle angioleiomyoma.

Methods

This systematic review, performed following the PRISMA guidelines, brings updated information for the diagnosis and management of foot and ankle angioleiomyoma. 62 relevant studies were included. We analysed patient demographics, clinical characteristics, diagnostic workup, treatment, and clinical outcomes.

Results

Angioleiomyoma is more prevalent in middle-aged women, and pain i

SUBMITTER: Matos MJ 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC11900427 | biostudies-literature | 2025 Mar

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature