Presentation
Left thigh pain
Patient Data
Age: Adult
Note: This case has been tagged as "legacy" as it no longer meets image preparation and/or other case publication guidelines.
From the case:
Osteoid osteoma
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Cortical thickening and sclerosis is noted within the mid to distal femur. No periosteal reaction or other aggressive features.
From the case:
Osteoid osteoma
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Small central lucency representing the nidus is noted within the thickened, sclerotic cortex.
Case Discussion
This lesion is an osteoid osteoma. CT is more sensitive than plain film at detecting a small nidus.