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¹Service de Rhumatologie, Institut Mohamed Kassab, Mannouba, Tunisie.

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Post-fracture osteolysis of the sacrum is a rare condition that can mimic serious diseases. This case highlights its atypical imaging and diagnostic challenges, emphasizing the importance of follow-up.

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Post-fracture osteolysis pseudotumor sacrum

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Radiology
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Pathology

Background:

Post-fracture osteolysis of the sacrum is an uncommon radiological finding.
It can be misdiagnosed as a more severe condition, leading to unnecessary invasive procedures.
Diagnostic challenges arise due to its rarity and potential for varied presentations.

Observation:

A female patient presented with symptoms initially attributed to disc-related nerve root impingement.
Sacral osteolysis was incidentally discovered on a CT scan.
Serial imaging revealed changes in the lesion's appearance, consistent with a healing fracture.

Findings:

The case demonstrates an atypical imaging presentation of post-fracture sacral osteolysis.
The lesion evolved over time, showing a fracture line with condensation at the edges.
Conservative management with rest led to a good clinical outcome.

Implications:

This case underscores the importance of considering benign conditions like post-fracture osteolysis in the differential diagnosis of sacral lesions.
Atypical imaging findings require careful monitoring and serial evaluation.
Understanding such rare entities can prevent misdiagnosis and guide appropriate patient management.