Tibialis anterior muscle herniation.
BACKGROUND
Tibialis anterior herniation occurs through a defect in the deep fascial layer of the lower extremity. While this entity is not uncommon, it has been rarely reported in the dermatologic literature.


OBJECTIVE
To highlight the occurrence of tibialis anterior herniation and its presentation and treatment.


METHODS
Case report.


RESULTS
We present a case of tibialis anterior herniation in a patient who presented with asymptomatic nodules in her lower extremities. The nodules were flesh-colored, soft, and compressible with palpation.


CONCLUSIONS
The diagnosis of tibialis anterior herniation should be considered in patients with positionally variable subcutaneous nodules, especially in the lower extremities. It is caused by a defect in the deep fascial layer and often involves the lower extremities. In addition, knowledge of the diagnosis and treatment is essential for both proper management and/or surgical referral.
Section of Dermatology, Department of Medicine, Medical College of Georgia, Augusta, Georgia 30912, USA.
Joshua E
JE
Lane
Carol M
CM
Woody
Jack L
JL
Lesher
D000328:Adult; D003937:Diagnosis, Differential; D005260:Female; D006547:Hernia / Q000175:diagnosis / Q000628:therapy; D006801:Humans; D018482:Muscle, Skeletal; D009135:Muscular Diseases / Q000175:diagnosis* / Q000628:therapy