Release Date: 2024-06-10

Pediatric Bone Tumors

Halil Ibrahim Sara (Author), Mehmet Sedat Durmaz (Author)

Release Date: 2024-06-10

Primary bone tumors are predominantly observed in the pediatric age group. Among benign bone tumors, osteochondroma is the most common, while osteosarcoma is the most frequent among malignant tumors. Important radiological criteria have been established to distinguish between benign and malignant tumors. Critical findings to consider include the patient’s age, the localization of the lesion, [...]

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    First Page365
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    DOIhttps://doi.org/10.69860/nobel.9786053359364.26
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    Primary bone tumors are predominantly observed in the pediatric age group. Among benign bone tumors, osteochondroma is the most common, while osteosarcoma is the most frequent among malignant tumors. Important radiological criteria have been established to distinguish between benign and malignant tumors. Critical findings to consider include the patient’s age, the localization of the lesion, the morphological characteristics of the lesion, and the presence and type of periosteal reaction. By evaluating these findings, the differential diagnosis list can often be significantly narrowed. However, the primary expectation from radiology is not a specific diagnosis but rather an assessment of whether the lesion is malignant or benign. Radiography plays a crucial role in this distinction by highlighting important features such as periosteal reaction and the zone of transition. The radiography-based Lodwick classification, which evaluates the transition zone and margin characteristics of the bone lesion, is an important classification for indicating the aggressiveness of the lesion.

    Halil Ibrahim Sara (Author)
    MD, Radiologist, Konya Beyhekim Training and Research Hospital
    https://orcid.org/0000-0001-9075-9237
    3Halil İbrahim ŞARA completed his medical education at Hacettepe University Faculty of Medicine. He completed his radiology specialization training at Ankara Dr. Abdurrahman Yurtaslan Oncology Training and Research Hospital. Currently, he continues his professional career in the Radiology Department at Konya Beyhekim Training and Research Hospital. Mehmet Sedat DURMAZ completed both his medical education and radiology specialization training at Akdeniz University. He obtained the titles of Associate Professor and Professor at Selçuk University. He received scientific publication awards at Selçuk University for two consecutive years. He holds various significant diplomas and certificates, including the European Diploma in Radiology (EDIR). He continues his profession as a Professor of Radiology at Selçuk University Faculty of Medicine.

    Mehmet Sedat Durmaz (Author)
    Professor, Selcuk University
    https://orcid.org/0000-0002-1340-2477

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