Challenges in Diagnosing Diaphyseal Osteosarcoma – Importance of Strong Clinical Suspicion and Biopsy Technique: An Illustrative Case Report

Challenges in Diagnosing Diaphyseal Osteosarcoma – Importance of Strong Clinical Suspicion and Biopsy Technique: An Illustrative Case Report

Introduction: Osteosarcoma is the most common primary malignant bone tumor in adolescents, typically affecting the metaphyseal region of long bones. Diaphyseal osteosarcoma is rare and often mimics benign conditions such as osteomyelitis, leading to diagnostic delays. Case Report: A 17-year-old boy...

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Main Authors: V Balaji, Mohammed Tavfiq, Subalakshmi Balasubramanian, J K Giriraj Harshavardhan, Sabare Naaharaaj
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: Indian Orthopaedic Research Group 2025-08-01
Series:Journal of Orthopaedic Case Reports
Subjects:
osteosarcoma
osteomyelitis
computed tomography-guided biopsy
frozen section
open biopsy
Online Access:https://jocr.co.in/wp/2025/08/01/challenges-in-diagnosing-diaphyseal-osteosarcoma-importance-of-strong-clinical-suspicion-and-biopsy-technique-an-illustrative-case-report/
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