A Case Report of Recurrent Chondroblastoma in a 19 Year Old Male

Abstract

Introduction: Chondroblastoma is a rare benign, epiphyseal bone tumor that typically affects the second decade of life and represents approximately 1% of all bone tumors. Radiologically it manifest as a lytic tomour lesion in the epiphysis of long bones. Case report: We present a case of 19 year-old male who presented with recurrent symptoms of pain and swelling in right shoulder associated with restricted shoulder mobility. Preoperative radiological imaging showed large lytic epiphyseal lesion arising from upper end of humerus interspersed with areas of calcification. MRI was done which reveal significant findings of chondroblastoma which guided in the planning of treatment. Conclusion: Chondroblastomas are typically benign, but rarely it can progress locally or metastatise. Recurrence is also noted even after surgical resection which may suggest inadequate curettage. Early diagnosis and aggressive primary management prevents further surgeries and recurrences.