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Purely lytic osteosarcoma

Journal Article · · Skelet. Radiol.; (United States)
DOI:https://doi.org/10.1007/BF00367373· OSTI ID:5850618

The radiographic features of 42 purely lytic osteosarcomas are presented. Purely lytic osteosarcoma is identified as a lytic lesion of bone with no demonstrable osteoid matrix by conventional radiographic modalities. Purely lytic osteosarcoma represented 13.7% of a group of 305 osteosarcomas. The most common presentation was that of a lytic illdefined lesion with a moderate to large extraosseous mass component. Nine lesions presented with benign radiographic features. The differential diagnosis is outlined. The need for awareness of this type of presentation of osteosarcoma is stressed.

OSTI ID:
5850618
Journal Information:
Skelet. Radiol.; (United States), Journal Name: Skelet. Radiol.; (United States) Vol. 9:1; ISSN SKRAD
Country of Publication:
United States
Language:
English