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Ventral Scapular Osteochondroma in Hereditary Multiple Exostosis.
Gregory P Mouradian1,2, Sam Hong1,3, Emmanuel Daon1,3
1The University of Kansas Medical Center, Kansas City, Kansas.
Annals of Thoracic Surgery Short Reports
|January 10, 2025
Summary
Hereditary multiple exostosis (HME) can cause unusual bone tumors. This case report details the successful resection of a scapular osteochondroma, highlighting a rare presentation of HME.
Area of Science:
- Orthopedics
- Genetics
- Oncology
Background:
- Hereditary multiple exostosis (HME) is a rare autosomal dominant genetic disorder.
- Characterized by the development of osteochondromas on bone metaphyses.
- Scapular osteochondromas are an unusual manifestation of HME.
Observation:
- A case of a ventral scapular osteochondroma is presented.
- Preoperative imaging raised concern for invasion into the second rib.
- The lesion was surgically approached via an open method.
Findings:
- The osteochondroma was found to be well-isolated within a bursa.
- Surgical resection was completed without any complications.
- The patient experienced a short hospital stay.
Implications:
- This case demonstrates a rare presentation of HME.
- Successful surgical management of scapular osteochondromas is feasible.
- Good functional and cosmetic outcomes can be achieved post-resection.
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