Adamantinomas are rare, slow-growing cancerous bone tumors that form primarily in the tibia, also known as the shin bone, but occasionally form in the jaw, forearm, hands or feet. In 20% of cases, the tumor travels to the lungs or the lymph nodes.
An adamantinoma is a rare, slow-growing bone sarcoma (cancer). It might arise from a pre-existing condition from the bone called an osteofibrous dysplasia. Since these tumors are slow-growing, they rarely spread to other sites in the body.
Adamantinomas are cancerous tumors that, if left unchecked, will grow and destroy your normal bone. As the tumor grows, the bone is weakened and you are at an increased risk of breaking the bone due to the tumor, called a pathological fracture.
Radiographic imaging is used to help form a diagnosis of ABC. These include X-Ray, MRI, CT and Bone Scans.
An example of an Adamantinoma X-Ray is shown.
The empty bone cavity is usually filled with bone graft or bone cement. Bone can be donated (allograft) or taken from the patient themselves (autograft). Fixation devices, such as a plate and screws, may be used in specific situations to prevent postoperative fracture.
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