scholarly journals Successful en Bloc Resection for Femoral Head Clear Cell Chondrosarcoma Without Biopsy: A Case Report

Author(s):  
Manabu Hoshi ◽  
Naoto Oebisu ◽  
Yoichi Ohta ◽  
Ayaka Tomimoto ◽  
Hiroaki Nakamura

Abstract Background: Clear cell chondrosarcoma (CCCS) is a rare, low-grade, malignant chondrogenic bone tumour. This tumour commonly occurs at the epiphysis of long bones, particularly in the proximal femur. Case presentation: This report describes a 58-year-old man with right hip pain since 5 months. Plain radiography, magnetic resonance imaging (MRI), and computed tomography (CT) revealed the characteristic appearance of chondroid mineralisation in the right femoral head, suggesting typical CCCS. Although a biopsy is the gold standard for definite diagnosis before treatment, wide resection with removal of the biopsy tract is thought to affect negatively affect surgical margin and postoperative hip function. En bloc resection without a biopsy and a hip hemiarthroplasty were performed instead. The pathological diagnosis was CCCS, and an adequate surgical margin was obtained. No local recurrence or distant metastases were found, and postoperative function was excellent at the final follow-up. Conclusion: The femoral head is a typical location of CCCS. Wide resection with adequate margins is the main treatment strategy for CCCS. When radiological features are typical, performing an en bloc resection without performing a biopsy is an acceptable treatment that may improve patient outcomes.

2021 ◽  
Vol 16 (2) ◽  
Author(s):  
Manabu Hoshi ◽  
Naoto Oebisu ◽  
Yoichi Ohta ◽  
Ayaka Tomimoto ◽  
Hiroaki Nakamura

2018 ◽  
Vol 26 (8) ◽  
pp. 766-771
Author(s):  
Ryan M. Kiefer ◽  
John Wojcik ◽  
Kumarasen Cooper ◽  
Kristy L. Weber ◽  
Ronnie Sebro

Clear cell chondrosarcoma (CCCS) is a rare variant of conventional chondrosarcoma with low-grade malignant features that may be confused radiographically and histologically with chondroblastoma. We report a case of a 50-year-old female who presented with 6 months of left hip pain. Initial radiographs demonstrated an osteolytic lesion with adjacent area of sclerosis in the proximal left femur. Magnetic resonance imaging demonstrated a marrow-infiltrative lesion with periosteal reaction and thickened enhancing periosteum. Biopsy of the sclerotic area demonstrated chondroblastoma-like findings, whereas biopsy of the lytic area showed features suggestive of CCCS. The patient eventually underwent en bloc resection and reconstruction with a proximal femoral megaprosthesis. The final diagnosis was CCCS. We present this unusual case with review of the radiographic and histologic features of CCCS with attention to its ability to mimic chondroblastomas. This case highlights the importance of sampling radiographically heterogeneous areas within a bone lesion to facilitate accurate diagnosis and appropriate management.


Neurosurgery ◽  
2011 ◽  
Vol 68 (4) ◽  
pp. E1160-E1164 ◽  
Author(s):  
Wesley Hsu ◽  
Edward McCarthy ◽  
Ziya L. Gokaslan ◽  
Jean-Paul Wolinsky

Abstract BACKGROUND AND IMPORTANCE: Clear-cell chondrosarcoma is a rare subtype of chondrosarcoma. These osseous tumors are most commonly found in the end of long bones. We report a rare case of clear-cell chondrosarcoma of the osseous spine. CLINICAL PRESENTATION: A 52-year-old man presented to another institution with a pathologic L1 compression fracture. Intraoperatively, this fracture was discovered to be secondary to a chondrosarcoma involving T12, L1, and L2. He was then referred to our institution for further evaluation and treatment. A 2-stage operation was performed with successful en bloc resection of residual chondrosarcoma with negative margins. The first stage using a posterior approach resulted in placement of pedicle screws from T9 to L4, laminectomies from T12 to L2, and placement of Tomita saws between the thecal sac and the vertebral body at both the T11-12 and L2-3 disc levels. The second stage of the procedure involved a transthoracic, retroperitoneal approach to the thoracolumbar spine. Osteotomies between T11-12 and L2-3 were completed, and the vertebral bodies of T12, L1, and L2 were delivered as an en bloc specimen. The final pathology of the specimen was clear-cell chondrosarcoma with negative margins. CONCLUSION: This report discusses a rare occurrence of clear-cell chondrosarcoma in the osseous spine. Aggressive surgical intervention with the goal of en bloc resection of tumor is recommended to promote tumor-free survival.


2019 ◽  
Vol 2 (1-3) ◽  
pp. 54-60
Author(s):  
Suraj Hindiskere ◽  
Yong Sung Kim ◽  
Han-Soo Kim ◽  
Ilkyu Han

Clear cell chondrosarcoma (CCC) is a rare subtype of chondrosarcoma with a relatively low malignant potential, mainly diagnosed by its characteristic location in the epiphysis of long bones. We report the case of a 33-year-old gentleman who presented with pain, difficulty in walking and restricted range of motion of the right hip joint, with a lesion located in the proximal femoral metaphysis and completely sparing the epiphysis. Needle biopsy was consistent with CCC, which was extremely unusual considering the location of the tumour. The patient was treated by “en bloc” resection of the tumour along with femoral head and reconstruction with hemiarthroplasty. The final histopathology report confirmed the diagnosis with clear surgical margins. The aim of this case report and literature review was to highlight the unusual location of this rare tumour, as such an isolated case of CCC completely sparing the epiphysis has never been reported.


2020 ◽  
Vol 19 (4) ◽  
pp. E412-E412
Author(s):  
Martin Julian Gagliardi ◽  
Alfredo Guiroy ◽  
Alfredo Sícoli ◽  
Nicolás Gonzalez Masanés ◽  
Alejandro Morales Ciancio

Abstract Sacral chordomas are infrequent tumors that arise from remnants of the notochord. They are most often found in the sacrum and skull-base.1,2 These lesions rarely metastasize and usually have an indolent and oligosymptomatic clinical course. Chordomas show low sensitivity to standard radiation therapy and chemotherapy. Operative resection with wide resection margins offers the best long-term prognosis, including longer survival and local control.1,3 However, achieving a complete resection with oncological margins may be difficult because of the anatomic complexity of the sacrococcygeal region.4 The main complications of sacral resection include infections, wound closure defects, and anorectal and urogenital dysfunction. The rate of these complications is significantly increased when the tumor involves the S2 level or above. We report the case of a 64-yr-old male who presented with progressive sacrococcygeal pain and a feeling of incomplete evacuation. A heterogeneous, osteolytic lesion was found at the sacrococcygeal region. Full body imaging tests were negative for other lesions. A computed tomography (CT) guided biopsy was made. We usually use the midline approach in case we have to include the needle path in the resection. The pathology confirmed a sacrococcygeal, low-grade chordoma. We decided to perform an en bloc resection. A posterior, partial sacrectomy was planned distal to the S4 level.


Author(s):  
S Mcgregor ◽  
M Kurdi ◽  
R Hammond ◽  
F Siddiqi ◽  
B Wehrli

Background: Clear cell chondrosarcoma (CCC) is a rare, low-grade, subtype of chondrosarcoma. It arises most commonly in the epiphyses of the certain longbones. Spinal involvement is extremely rare, but when present it most frequently involves the thoracic spine. Complete surgical resection is the best curative treatment, with radiation therapy being a consideration for inoperable tumours. Methods: We report a case of a 70-year-old gentleman with CCC of the T7-8 thoracic spine. Gross en-bloc spondylectomy of the T6-8 vertebral bodies with expandable cage reconstruction and T3-11 instrumented fusion were performed. Results: Histological examination revealed a cellular neoplasm composed of well-defined, round to oval cells with abundant clear cytoplasm embedded in a loose cartilaginous matrix with large numbers of admixed osteoclast-type giant cells and scattered bone trabeculae between the lesional cells. The patient experienced significant improvement in neurological function and was discharged from hospital in stable condition seven days after surgery. Conclusions: CCC is a rare variant of chondrosarcoma that rarely involves the osseous spine. In this location, treatment may be challenging given the presence of spinal cord and nerve roots. Given the lack of effective chemotherapy and radiation therapy for CCC, en-bloc resection of CCC involving the spine should be considered.


2021 ◽  
Vol 09 (02) ◽  
pp. E258-E262
Author(s):  
Christian Suchy ◽  
Moritz Berger ◽  
Ingo Steinbrück ◽  
Tsuneo Oyama ◽  
Naohisa Yahagi ◽  
...  

Abstract Background and study aims We previously reported a case series of our first 182 colorectal endoscopic submucosal dissections (ESDs). In the initial series, 155 ESDs had been technically feasible, with 137 en bloc resections and 97 en bloc resections with free margins (R0). Here, we present long-term follow-up data, with particular emphasis on cases where either en bloc resection was not achieved or en bloc resection resulted in positive margins (R1). Patients and methods Between September 2012 and October 2015, we performed 182 consecutive ESD procedures in 178 patients (median size 41.0 ± 17.4 mm; localization rectum vs. proximal rectum 63 vs. 119). Data on follow-up were obtained from our endoscopy database and from referring physicians. Results Of the initial cohort, 11 patients underwent surgery; follow-up data were available for 141 of the remaining 171 cases (82,5 %) with a median follow-up of 2.43 years (range 0.15–6.53). Recurrent adenoma was observed in 8 patients (n = 2 after margin positive en bloc ESD; n = 6 after fragmented resection). Recurrence rates were lower after en bloc resection, irrespective of involved margins (1.8 vs. 18,2 %; P < 0.01). All recurrences were low-grade adenomas and could be managed endoscopically. Conclusions The rate of recurrence is low after en bloc ESD, in particular if a one-piece resection can be achieved. Recurrence after fragmented resection is comparable to published data on piecemeal mucosal resection.


2017 ◽  
Vol 26 (4) ◽  
pp. 501-506 ◽  
Author(s):  
Nick Thomson ◽  
Karel Pacak ◽  
Meic H. Schmidt ◽  
Cheryl A. Palmer ◽  
Karen L. Salzman ◽  
...  

Leptomeningeal dissemination of paraganglioma is rare, with only 2 prior cases in the literature. The authors present the case of a metastatic low-grade lumbar paraganglioma via leptomeningeal dissemination. This report emphasizes the utility of 3,4-dihydroxy-6-18F-fluoro-l-phenylalanine (18F-FDOPA) PET scanning for diagnosis, as well as the combination of radiation therapy and alkylating chemotherapeutic agents for the treatment of this rare phenomenon. The patient was a 61-year-old woman who presented with low-back pain and was found to have an isolated L-3 intrathecal tumor on MRI. Sixteen months after gross-total en bloc resection of the paraganglioma, the patient again became symptomatic with new neurological symptoms. MRI findings revealed enhancing leptomeningeal nodules throughout the spine. 18F-FDOPA PET/CT scanning was used to confirm the diagnosis of disseminated paraganglioma. Intrathecal thiotepa, radiation therapy, and systemic therapy with capecitabine and temozolomide have been used sequentially over a 2-year period, with each able to stabilize tumor growth for several months. The authors also summarize the 2 other reports of leptomeningeal dissemination of paragangliomas in the literature and compare the course and management of the 3 cases.


2009 ◽  
Vol 123 (12) ◽  
pp. 1364-1366 ◽  
Author(s):  
Y Oestreicher-Kedem ◽  
T G Dray ◽  
E J Damrose

AbstractIntroduction:This paper evaluates the feasibility of transoral, endoscopic resection of macroscopically localised, low grade, subglottic chondrosarcoma.Method:Retrospective case study including patients diagnosed with low grade, subglottic laryngeal chondrosarcoma. Tumours were resected endoscopically via direct laryngoscopy with microlaryngeal technique, under jet ventilation. The post-operative course, vocal fold function, airway patency and oncological results were evaluated.Results:Two male patients aged 49 and 60 years underwent endoscopic, translaryngeal, en bloc resection of low grade chondrosarcoma of the cricoid cartilage. Extubation was performed immediately after surgery. Neither patient required tracheostomy or developed subglottic stenosis. No tumour recurrence was noted after an average follow up of 10.5 months. Voice quality was stable and dyspnoea improved.Summary:Transoral, endoscopic resection of low grade, subglottic chondrosarcoma is a viable technique with good functional outcomes. Extensive resection of subglottic disease is possible, which may afford patients an alternative to total laryngectomy.


2018 ◽  
Vol 2018 ◽  
pp. 1-10 ◽  
Author(s):  
Goro Shibukawa ◽  
Atsushi Irisawa ◽  
Ai Sato ◽  
Yoko Abe ◽  
Akane Yamabe ◽  
...  

Objectives. Recently, opportunities to encounter superficial nonampullary duodenal epithelial tumor (SNADET) have increased. EMR and ESD are performed to treat SNADET. However, the rate of perforation is higher than that of other gastrointestinal lesions, regardless of which method is used. Underwater EMR (UW-EMR) is immersion treatment of SNADET, which has low risk of perforation and can remove lesions safely and completely. In the present study, we retrospectively investigated patients in whom UW-EMR was performed to evaluate the feasibility and safety of UW-EMR for the treatment of SNADET. Methods. The primary endpoint was to evaluate the feasibility of UW-EMR for the treatment of SNADET, and secondary objective was to determine the operation’s safety. Results. There were 14 participants, with a total of 16 lesions, who underwent UW-EMR between August 2015 and December 2017. Histological heteromorphism revealed that seven patients had low-grade adenoma, seven had high-grade adenoma, and two had adenocarcinoma. En bloc resection was performed in 14 lesions. In two patients, nodular lesions were observed in the scar and biopsy confirmed recurrences. There were no serious adverse events including bleeding or perforation. Conclusions. UW-EMR may be a safe and effective treatment method for SNADET, if its therapeutic indication is adequately considered.


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