Osteochondroma overview
Editor-In-Chief: C. Michael Gibson, M.S., M.D. [1]Associate Editor(s)-in-Chief: Maria Fernanda Villarreal, M.D. [2]
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Overview
Osteochondroma is a type of benign tumor that consists of cartilage and bone. It is the most frequently observed neoplasm of the skeleton. It is also called a "bone spur". They often occur at joints, most commonly the shoulder or the knee.
Osteochondroma is not a dangerous tumor (benign). It can be left alone or can be removed by shaving down the tumor. Multiple Osteochondroma (MO) is the preferred term used by the World Health Organization.
Historical Perspective
Classification
Ostechondroma may be classified according to location into different types:
Pathophysiology
Causes
Differentiating Osteoid Osteoma from other Diseases
must be differentiated from other diseases that cause
Epidemiology and Demographics
Risk Factors
Screening
Natural History, Complications and Prognosis
Diagnosis
Staging
History and Symptoms
Physical Examination
Laboratory Findings
X Ray
CT
MRI
Ultrasound
Other Imaging Findings
Other Diagnostic Studies
Treatment
Medical Therapy
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Surgery
Surgery is the mainstay of therapy for osteochondroma.
Primary Prevention
There is no primary prevention for
Secondary Prevention
There is no secondary prevention for