Proximal Femoral Osteosarcoma: Diagnostic Challenges Translate into Delayed and Inappropriate Management

Conclusion Proximal femoral osteosarcoma is uncommon and rarely produces the typical clinical and imaging study findings. The atypical presentation often results in diagnostic errors and inappropriate treatments. Ill-defined osteolysis on standard radiographsshould prompt computed tomography or magnetic resonance imaging of the proximal femur. Treatment in a specialised centre is imperative. Level of evidence IV, retrospective study.
Source: Orthopaedics and Traumatology: Surgery and Research - Category: Orthopaedics Source Type: research