Open AccessSmall cell osteosarcoma of the rib: An exceptional localization
Author(s) -
Abid Walid,
Triki Meriam,
Hlima Ghassen Ben,
Chaari Zied,
Hentati Abdessalem,
Frikha Imed
Publication year - 2022
Publication title -
clinical case reports
Language(s) - English
Resource type - Journals
SCImago Journal Rank - 0.21
H-Index - 9
ISSN - 2050-0904
DOI - 10.1002/ccr3.6377
Subject(s) - medicine , osteosarcoma , sarcoma , surgical resection , radiology , histopathological examination , curative treatment , pathology , disease
Small cell osteosarcoma is a rare sub‐type of osteogenic malignant tumors. Rib localization is uncommon. Histological examination is an important step to make the difference with similar tumors like Ewing's sarcoma. Surgical resection is the unique curative treatment. The prognosis remains poor even with adjuvant treatment.