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Osteochondroma - humerus

Case contributed by Olumuyiwa Ifedayo Ajayi , 15 Apr 2020
Diagnosis almost certain
Changed by Mostafa Elfeky, 19 Apr 2020

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Findings was changed:
  • There is a bony outgrowth at the medial surface of the proximal humeral diaphysis with no aggressive features or fracture. These findings are typical for osteochondroma. 

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Osteochondromas are common is childhood and humeral involvement is the commonest in the upper limb.

  • -<p>Osteochondromas are common is childhood and humeral involvement is the commonest in the upper limb.</p>
  • +<p><a title="Osteochondromas" href="/articles/osteochondroma">Osteochondromas</a> are common is childhood and humeral involvement is the commonest in the upper limb.</p>

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