Abstract
Objective and importance: Giant-cell tumor of the spine is relatively rare and has been infrequently reported above the sacrum. We describe the presentation and treatment of a case of giant-cell tumor of the thoracic spine. A review of the English literature is presented. Clinical presentation: This patient presented with the history of a breast carcinoma, progressive radicular thoracic pain and a pathologic fracture consistent with probable metastatic disease. Intervention: Details of the surgical procedure are provided. Conclusion: This case report clearly illustrates that the diagnosis of giant-cell tumor of the spine may rest heavily on the histology since the history may be misleading and the radiography may be non-specific. A review of the English literature revealed 207 cases of giant cell tumor involving the spine. The characteristics of these cases are summarized.
Original language | English (US) |
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Pages (from-to) | 13-25 |
Number of pages | 13 |
Journal | Neuro-Orthopedics |
Volume | 21 |
Issue number | 1 |
State | Published - 1997 |
Externally published | Yes |
Keywords
- Bone tumor
- Giant-cell tumor
- Osteoclastoma
- Spinal neoplasms
ASJC Scopus subject areas
- Surgery
- General Neuroscience