Sandbox: Bone DDx

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  • 10-20 yo males
  • Bone pain and swelling
  • Pathologic fracture
  • History of Paget disease of bone or irradiation


  • Hemorrhage, fibrosis and cystic degeneration
  • Areas of bone formation
  • Poorly formed trabecular bone
  • cellular pleomorphism and mitoses


  • Metaphyseal regions of femur and tibia
  • Medullary and cortical bone destruction
  • Wide zone of transition with a moth-eaten appearance
  • Sunburst and codman triangle
  • Tumor matrix ossification/calcification


  • Tender, warm, palpable mass
  • Limited range of motion