Case Report of Mazabraud's Syndrome with Myxomas
Author Information
Author(s): van der Wal Wybren A, Ünal Halil, de Rooy Jacky WJ, Flucke Uta, Veth Rene PH
Primary Institution: Radboud University Nijmegen Medical Centre
Hypothesis
This case report aims to describe the association between fibrous dysplasia and myxomas in a patient with Mazabraud's syndrome.
Conclusion
This case report is the first to describe the combination of polyostotic fibrous dysplasia and both intra-muscular and intra-osseous myxomas.
Supporting Evidence
- The patient had a history of fibrous dysplasia in the left femur and tibia.
- Histopathological examination confirmed the diagnosis of Mazabraud's syndrome.
- Imaging studies revealed multiple lesions consistent with myxomas.
Takeaway
A woman had a rare condition called Mazabraud's syndrome, which caused growths in her bones and muscles, and this report is the first to show a specific type of growth inside her bone.
Methodology
The case involved surgical excision of lesions, imaging studies, and histopathological examinations.
Limitations
The study is based on a single case report, limiting generalizability.
Participant Demographics
49-year-old Caucasian woman.
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