# Unveiling Enigma: Navigating the Diagnostic Labyrinth of an Atypical Medial Clavicular Enchondroma

## TL;DR

This case report describes a rare enchondroma near the clavicle, emphasizing the challenges in diagnosing atypical benign bone lesions.

## Contribution

The novelty lies in highlighting a rare clavicular enchondroma and the diagnostic challenges it presents.

## Key findings

- Enchondromas are typically found in limb bones, but this case occurred at the medial clavicle.
- Accurate diagnosis required clinical, radiological, and histological evaluation.
- The case underscores the importance of considering atypical locations for benign bone lesions.

## Abstract

Benign cartilaginous lesions called enchondromas usually appear in the long bones of the limbs. This case report, however, draws attention to an uncommon and unusual appearance of enchondroma near the medial end of clavicle. Because of the unusual location, the diagnostic process was very complex, which presented a challengefor the physicians. We provide the clinical, radiological and histological results that finally allowed for an accurate diagnosis. This example highlights the need of taking into account atypical location for benign lesions and highlights the necessity of a thorough diagnostic approach in unexpected clinical settings. Since the occurrence of clavicular enchondromas is a rare entity and can at times mislead the clinician, healthcare providers must be vigilant enough to guarantee a prompt and accurate diagnosis for timely intervention.