Metastasis
Osteochondromas are benign and therefore do not metastasize. The bone is formed from the cartilaginous cap. In 0.
25% of cases, an osteochondrome can degenerate malignantly, both solitary and multiple osteochondromas. Pain:
- Since it is a benign tumor, in most cases there are no complaints.
- Bone growth can irritate nerves, which can cause pain. In these cases, surgical removal of the osteochondrome may be considered.
- Can also be caused by an inflamed bursa (= bursitis).
- By a malignant (malignant) degeneration.
1. imaging diagnostics:
- Skeletal x-ray
- CT
- MRI
- Bone scintigraphy: increased exposure to technecium (= a low-radiation material) cannot distinguish between benign and malignant tumors.
Therapy
In most cases, no therapy is necessary for osteochondromas. However, if an osteochondrome causes symptoms, surgical removal of the tumor may be necessary. Surgical therapy should be considered especially if the growth puts pressure on a nerve, or if growth accelerates or the functions of the bone are restricted. Most osteochondromas can be easily observed by radiological control (X-ray).
