Synostosing Osteochondroma of Foot: A Rare Case Report
Journal Title: Journal of Medical Science And clinical Research - Year 2017, Vol 5, Issue 11
Abstract
Introduction: An osteochondroma or exostosis is a benign bone tumour consisting of a bony outgrowth covered by a cartilage cap that occurs commonly in the metaphysis of long bones, mainly the distal femur, proximal tibia and proximal humerus. Presentation of Case: We describe an unusual case of a synostosing osteochondroma affecting the left foot in a young female. Discussion: Most osteochondromas are asymptomatic and seen incidentally during radiographic examination. Osteochondromas are rarely localized in the foot and ankle. Conclusion: Although most of the osteochondromas should be treated conservatively until skeletal maturity, those affecting the foot should be treated with surgical excision in order to relieve pain or prevent fracture due to the expanding nature of this benign tumour.
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Zilesingh Kundu
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