Radiological appearances of appendicular osteosarcoma: a comprehensive pictorial review.
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Osteosarcoma is the most common primary malignant tumour of bone in adolescents and young adults. Hence, a comprehensive knowledge of the common and unusual imaging appearance of this tumour is essential. Correct diagnosis of the various varieties of osteosarcoma is important for optimal clinical management including staging, biopsy, treatment and follow-up of patients. This review article provides a comprehensive approach to the radiological diagnosis of the different types of appendicular osteosarcoma and illustrates the role of CT and MRI in further characterisation.
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ورودعنوان ژورنال:
- Clinical radiology
دوره 62 4 شماره
صفحات -
تاریخ انتشار 2007