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A glomus tumor (also known as a "solitary glomus tumor" [1]) is a rare neoplasm arising from the glomus body and mainly found under the nail, on the fingertip or in the foot. [2]: 670 They account for less than 2% of all soft tissue tumors. [3] The majority of glomus tumors are benign, but they can also show malignant features. [4]
Glomus tympanicum and Glomus jugulare, also known as jugulotympanic paraganglioma: Both commonly present as a middle ear mass resulting in tinnitus (in 80%) and hearing loss (in 60%). The cranial nerves of the jugular foramen may be compressed, resulting swallowing difficulty, or ipsilateral weakness of the upper trapezius and ...
Glomangiosarcoma is a low grade [1] tumor of the soft tissue. They rarely metastasize, [2] but metastases are possible. [3] It is also known as malignant glomus tumor. [4] Positive staining for vimentin has been reported. [5]
Mammary gland tumors are the third common type of cancer in older female cats, with the most common symptom manifesting as a lump in the breast tissue. [3] Domestic short-haired cats and Siamese appear to have a higher incident rates. [10] The tumor is typically firm and nodular, and adheres to the overlying skin. [11]
English: High magnification micrograph of a glomus tumour, also written glomus tumor. H&E stain. Related images. Intermed. mag. High mag. Very high mag.
Glomus (Latin for 'ball of thread or yarn') can refer to: Glomus; Glomus tumor; Coccygeal glomus; Carotid glomus, another name for the carotid body; Glomus cell; Glomerulus, an anatomical term meaning "small ball"
A vaccine-associated sarcoma (VAS) or feline injection-site sarcoma (FISS) is a type of malignant tumor found in cats (and, often, dogs and ferrets) which has been linked to certain vaccines. VAS has become a concern for veterinarians and cat owners alike and has resulted in changes in recommended vaccine protocols.
Hildreth's sign is a physical examination technique useful in differentiating glomus tumors and hemangiopericytomas from other masses with a similar appearance. It was first described by DH Hildreth, in 1970. [1]