Extra-osseous osteochondroma-like soft tissue mass of the patello-femoral space
2006
Extra-osseous Osteochondroma-like Mass in the Knee
Sample size: 1
publication
Evidence: moderate
Author Information
Author(s): Francesco Oliva, Alessandro Marconi, Stefano Fratoni, Nicola Maffulli
Primary Institution: Department of Orthopaedics and Traumatology, University of Rome 'Tor Vergata'
Conclusion
Complete local surgical excision is the management of choice for extra-osseous osteochondroma-like masses.
Supporting Evidence
- The patient had a three-year history of knee pain and limited motion.
- Imaging studies revealed a nodular calcific mass in the knee.
- Histopathology confirmed the diagnosis with no recurrence after 24 months.
Takeaway
A man had a painful lump in his knee that was removed, and he felt better afterward with no problems for two years.
Methodology
The mass was excised under regional anesthesia, and histopathology confirmed the diagnosis.
Participant Demographics
A 53-year-old man.
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