Multiple schwannomas of the digital nerves and common palmar digital nerves: An unusual case report of multiple schwannomas in one hand

RATIONALE: Benign schwannoma is the most common tumor of peripheral nerves while plexiform multiple schwannomas are rare conditions. This manuscript reported a case of multiple Schwannomas characterized by unusual location. PATIENT CONCERNS: We report a 34-year-old workman presented with multiple nodules in his forefinger, middle finger and palm respectively for 5 years. He felt pain combined with paraesthesias in fingers and palm. The symptoms could be eased through rest and drugs medication. DIAGNOSIS: Three Schwannomas were found in surgery respectively. Histologic findings confirmed the diagnosis of schwannomas. INTERVENTIONS: We removed all of the 3 schwannomas completely without damaging the continuity of the nerve. OUTCOMES: Six months after the surgery, the patient had had not experienced any symptom recurrence. LESSONS: Successful treatment of multiple schwannomas depends upon accurate diagnosis. Early surgery can improve the treatment outcome of multiple schwannomas.