Osteosarcoma: A challenge in diagnosis & management

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Case Report

Author Details : Rastogi P*, Kumar K , Dhanpal R

Volume : 1, Issue : 2, Year : 2013

Article Page : 89-93

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Abstract

Osteosarcomas are highly malignant neoplasms of bone that are challenging to diagnose. These neoplasms often show atypical behavior. In the initial phase they may present as nondescript bony swellings with an indolent growth rate, only to become overtly aggressive and malignant towards the later phase of the disease. Similarly, the histological growth pattern of this neoplasm can be quite diverse, presenting with areas that mimic benign myofibroblastic tumors, giant cell granulomatous conditions and also may show partial encapsulation. The final diagnosis of an osteosarcoma is often reached after thorough sampling and examination of multiple biopsy specimens. This article reports a case of an advanced osteosarcoma of the maxilla in a41 year old woman who came for the evaluation of aswelling. 

Keywords: Osteosarcoma, Fibroblastic, Bone Neoplasm, Maxilla

How to cite : Rastogi P, Kumar K, Dhanpal R, Osteosarcoma: A challenge in diagnosis & management. J Dent Spec 2013;1(2):89-93

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