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[Aneurysmal bone cyst of the left 5th rib]
S Haraguchi1, K Hinokiyama, M Kenjo
1Department of 2nd Surgery, Nippon Medical School, Tokyo, Japan.
Kyobu Geka. the Japanese Journal of Thoracic Surgery
|December 1, 1995
Summary
A rare case of aneurysmal bone cyst in the rib is presented. Surgical resection was successful, with no recurrence after 3.5 years, offering hope for similar bone tumor cases.
Area of Science:
- Orthopedic Surgery
- Skeletal Pathology
Background:
- Aneurysmal bone cysts (ABCs) are rare, benign, expansile bone tumors, typically occurring in long bones and the spine.
- Rib ABCs are exceptionally uncommon, presenting diagnostic and surgical challenges.
Observation:
- A 57-year-old male presented with a palpable mass and pain in his back.
- Radiographic imaging (X-ray and CT) revealed an expansive tumor with pathological fracture of the left 5th rib.
Findings:
- En bloc resection of the affected tumor and adjacent rib segments (4th and 5th ribs) was performed.
- Pathological examination confirmed the diagnosis of aneurysmal bone cyst, characterized by blood-filled spaces and fibrous septa.
Implications:
- This case highlights the successful surgical management of a rare rib aneurysmal bone cyst.
- Long-term follow-up demonstrated no signs of recurrence, suggesting favorable outcomes with complete resection.