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Overview
Chondroblastoma is a benign tumor of the bone. It is causes a tumor that is made up of cartilage. It occurs at the ends of long bones, and at the sites where the tendons attach to the long bones.
What are the symptoms of Chondroblastoma?
The symptoms include a small amount of bone pain which is not related to activity, and some swelling at the site of the tumor.
What causes Chondroblastoma?
The exact cause of chondroblastoma is not known.
Who is at highest risk?
Chondroblastoma tends to occur in the teenage years, and occurs in boys more often than in girls.
Diagnosis
Chondroblastoma may be diagnosed by history, physical examination, and plain x rays of the bone
When to seek urgent medical care?
Treatment options
Where to find medical care for Chondroblastoma?
to Hospitals Treating Chondroblastoma