CHONDROMYXOID FIBROMA OF THE FOOT

Chondromyxoid fibroma is a rare benign cartilaginous tumour seen most frequently around the knee in children and young adults, Up to 17% occ ur in the foot, where more aggressive appearances have been reported. Four cases of chondromyxoid fibroma in the forefoot are presented, dem onstrating the wide range of radiological appearances of this primary tumour. Three of the four tumours recurred, one at 19 years after surg ery. These cases illustrate the need for thorough preoperative assessm ent to ensure complete surgical resection in an attempt to reduce the incidence of local recurrence.