Glomus tumor arises from
Correct Answer: Modified smooth muscle cells
Description: Ans. is 'a' i.e., Modified smooth muscle cells Glomus tumors (Glomangioma)* Glomus tumors are benign but exquisitely painful tumors arising from modified smooth muscle cells of the glomus bodies, arteriovenous structures involved in thermoregulation.* Although they may superficially resemble hemangiomas, glomangiomas arise from smooth muscle cells rather than endothelial cells.* They are most commonly found in the distal portion of the digits, especially under the fingernails.* Excision is curative.
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