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Isolated myeloid sarcoma of the tibia: A case report
Kamar Manzalji1, Sara Humaida1, Abd Alrhem Ramadan2
1Primary Health Care Center, Family Medicine, Doha, Qatar.
International Journal of Surgery Case Reports
|June 30, 2024
Summary
Myeloid sarcoma, a rare tumor of myeloid cells, can occur in the proximal tibia, even without bone marrow disease. Early diagnosis via bone biopsy and immunohistochemistry is crucial for effective treatment and improved outcomes.
Area of Science:
- Hematology
- Oncology
- Pathology
Background:
- Myeloid sarcoma (MS) is a rare extramedullary tumor of malignant myeloid cells.
- MS most commonly arises in patients with myeloproliferative disease but can occur in isolation.
- Isolated MS can present without bone marrow involvement.
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