Typically, no treatment is necessary for an enchondroma. Most abnormalities detected within the bone can be rechecked with normal x-rays over a period of time. If the tumor looks like an enchondroma, stays the same or goes away, then there is generally no need for ongoing surveillance.

Do Enchondromas need to be removed?

If an enchondroma isn’t causing you any pain, it usually doesn’t need to be treated. If you have multiple enchondromas or if an enchondroma is causing you pain, your healthcare provider will typically recommend surgery to remove them. Multiple enchondromas can weaken your bones and cause fractures.

How do I get rid of enchondroma?

Curettage is the surgical procedure most commonly used to treat enchondromas. In curettage, the tumor is scraped out of the bone. Once enchondromas are removed, most will not return. If a tumor has caused your bone to fracture, your doctor will usually allow the fracture to heal before treating the tumor.