Presentation
Right arm swelling and pain
Patient Data
Age: 10 years
Gender: Female
From the case:
Sunburst periosteal reaction
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There is marked diffuse sunburst periosteal reaction of the entire shaft of the ulna with significant surrounding soft tissue swelling.
Case Discussion
Sunburst periosteal reaction is seen with fast-growing and aggressive bony processes. It is known to be present with osteosarcoma and Ewing sarcoma.