[Non ossifying fibroma with vertebral localization. Clinical case]

Area of Science:

• Orthopedic Surgery
• Neurosurgery
• Pathology

Background:

• Non-ossifying fibromas (NOFs) are typically found in long bones.
• Vertebral involvement by NOF is exceedingly rare in the literature.
• Benign bone neoplasms can present diagnostic challenges.

Observation:

• A case of vertebral body non-ossifying fibroma is presented.
• The lesion resulted in severe spinal cord compression.
• Clinical, radiological, and pathological features were analyzed.

Findings:

• Non-ossifying fibromas are uncommon benign bone neoplasms.
• Vertebral location of non-ossifying fibromas is a rare occurrence.
• Diagnostic confusion can arise from the presentation of these lesions.

Implications:

• Highlights the importance of considering rare diagnoses in spinal pathology.
• Emphasizes the need for thorough evaluation of vertebral lesions.
• Contributes to the understanding of non-ossifying fibromas in unusual locations.