Aneurysmal bone cyst of the terminal phalanx of the thumb in a child.

Abstract

We report a case of aneurysmal bone cyst (ABC) of the terminal phalanx of the thumb in a young boy, which was treated successfully with complete curettage with preservation of the growth plate. Three years later he was asymptomatic, with normal growth of the thumb, full range of movement and no evidence of recurrence. For this rare benign cyst in a child's hand, we recommend simple surgery to preserve the growth plate.

• Authors: S A Sakka, M Lock
• Journal: Archives of orthopaedic and trauma surgery (Arch Orthop Trauma Surg) Vol. 116 Issue 1-2 Pg. 119-20 ( 1997) ISSN: 0936-8051 [Print] Germany
• PMID: 9006781 (Publication Type: Case Reports, Journal Article)

Topics

• Bone Cysts, Aneurysmal (diagnostic imaging, surgery)
• Child
• Humans
• Male
• Radiography
• Thumb (diagnostic imaging, surgery)