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Periosteal Ewing Sarcoma in a 65-Year-Old Man: A Case Report
Julia Bedard1, Jessica Burns1, Amalia de Comas2,3
1Department of Orthopaedics, University of Arizona College of Medicine-Phoenix, Phoenix, Arizona.
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|December 16, 2017
Summary
This case report details the oldest patient diagnosed with periosteal Ewing sarcoma, a rare bone cancer subtype. The 65-year-old man
Area of Science:
- Orthopedic Oncology
- Rare Bone Malignancies
Background:
- Ewing sarcoma typically affects children and adolescents.
- Periosteal Ewing sarcoma is an extremely rare subtype, with fewer than 30 cases documented.
Observation:
- A 65-year-old male presented with a tibial mass.
- Magnetic resonance imaging showed a superficial tibial mass without medullary canal involvement.
Findings:
- Histological examination confirmed periosteal Ewing sarcoma.
- This represents the oldest patient reported with this rare condition.
Implications:
- Highlights the possibility of periosteal Ewing sarcoma in older adults.
- Emphasizes the importance of considering rare diagnoses in atypical presentations.
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