Introduction Xanthomas are localized collections of lipid-rich foam cells, usually found within the skin, subcutaneous tissue, or tendons. Among these, tendon xanthomas are a unique subset that occur within tendinous structures, most commonly in the Achilles tendon and the extensor tendons of the hands. These lesions are strongly associated with disorders of lipid metabolism, especially familial hypercholesterolemia (1). Though benign in nature, tendon xanthomas are … Continue reading Xanthoma of Tendon