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==Overview== | ==Overview== | ||
'''Giant cell tumor of the bone''' is a relatively uncommon [[tumor]]. It is characterized by the presence of[[multinucleated giant cells]] ([[osteoclast]]-like cells). These tumors are generally [[benign]]. In most patients, the tumors are slow to develop, but may recur locally in as many as 50% of cases. [[Metastasis]] to the [[lung]]s may occur. | '''Giant cell tumor of the bone''' is a relatively uncommon [[tumor]]. It is characterized by the presence of [[multinucleated giant cells]] ([[osteoclast]]-like cells). These tumors are generally [[benign]]. In most patients, the tumors are slow to develop, but may recur locally in as many as 50% of cases. [[Metastasis]] to the [[lung]]s may occur. | ||
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Overview
Giant cell tumor of the bone is a relatively uncommon tumor. It is characterized by the presence of multinucleated giant cells (osteoclast-like cells). These tumors are generally benign. In most patients, the tumors are slow to develop, but may recur locally in as many as 50% of cases. Metastasis to the lungs may occur.