Osteosarcoma - distal femur

Case contributed by Bahman Rasuli
Diagnosis almost certain

Presentation

Pain and swelling in the right knee since six months ago.

Patient Data

Age: 15 years
Gender: Male
mri

Mild joint effusion

Ill-defined large heterogeneous enhancing soft tissue mass lesion involving the femoral diaphysis and lateral femoral condyle with epiphyseal involvement associated with areas of cortical destruction, wide zone of transition, marrow infiltration, and extensive periosteal reaction.

Case Discussion

MRI features of aggressive bone lesion associated with cortical destruction, soft tissue components, and periosteal reaction are consistent with conventional high-grade osteosarcoma.

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