[Chondrosarcoma with a myxoid component. Apropos of a "giant" tumor recurrence]

Reporting on a giant tumorous recurrence of a chondrosarcoma with a myxoid component, without perceptible locoregional or general extension, the authors recall the possible long-term evolution of this type of tumor. They underline the difficulty of anatomopathologic diagnosis of tumors with cartilaginous structure, and the necessity for frequent monitoring after exeresis.