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  • Oncology
  • Pharmacology

Background:

  • Aneurysmal bone cysts (ABCs) are benign, expansile bone lesions.
  • Spinal ABCs can cause significant pain and neurological deficits.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To evaluate the effectiveness of bisphosphonate treatment for spinal aneurysmal bone cysts (ABCs).

Main Methods:

  • Prospective study of six patients (7-22 years) with spinal ABCs treated with pamidronate or zoledronate.
  • Pain assessed via visual analogue scale (VAS); radiological follow-up included MRI, CT, and X-rays for at least 6 years.

Main Results:

  • Two patients required surgery due to instability or neurological progression.
  • Remaining patients experienced significant pain reduction (VAS 7.3 to 0) after 2-4 bisphosphonate cycles.
  • Radiological evidence showed reduced edema by 3 months and ossification by 6-12 months, with no recurrences.

Conclusions:

  • Bisphosphonate therapy is a viable primary treatment for spinal ABCs.
  • Surgical intervention is necessary for spinal ABCs with instability or progressive neurological symptoms.
  • Expected outcomes include rapid symptom improvement, edema resolution by 3 months, and ossification by 6-12 months.