Volume : V, Issue : I, January - 2016

Giant cell tumor of the fifth metatarsal: A case report

Dr Deepak Chaudhary, Dr Kumar Rohit, Dr Rajeshwar Kalla

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Introduction: Giant cell tumor (GCT) is a, benign osteolytic tumor which is locally aggressive. It mostly occurs in young adults in the region of epiphysis. It is mainly found in long bones (80–90%). 5% of GCT may also be found in iliac bone and spine. Only as few as 2%of them are found in small bones of hand and feet. Very few cases of GCT have been reported in metatarsals. So, very less data about the proper management of these types of tumors is available in literature. Case Report: We report a case of GCT of 5th metatarsal in a 26 year old male who presented with foot pain and mild swelling since 6 months. A diagnosis of GCT was made on the basis of clinical, X ray and MRI features and confirmed by histopathological examination of the biopsy material and was managed by intralesional curettage and autogenous bone grafting. The case was followed up for 6 months and showed no signs of recurrence and good clinical and radiological outcome. Conclusion: We concluded that giant cell tumors could present at uncommon sites also, and they should be considered in the differential diagnosis of lytic lesions of the epiphyseal region. The management principles, however, remain the same as other bones. 

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Dr Deepak Chaudhary, Dr Kumar Rohit, Dr Rajeshwar Kalla Giant Cell Tumor Of The Fifth Metatarsal: A Case Report International Journal of Scientific Research, Vol : 5, Issue : 1 January 2016

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