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Cortical desmoid

Case contributed by Eric F Greif
Diagnosis almost certain

Presentation

Fall onto left knee, rule out fracture.

Patient Data

Age: 10 years
Gender: Male
x-ray

Cortical irregularity involving posteromedial aspect of the distal femoral metaphysis. No fracture or dislocation.

No joint effusion.

Case Discussion

Incidental finding of a cortical desmoid.

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