Cherubism associated with neurofibromatosis type 1, and multiple osteolytic lesions of both femurs: a previously undescribed association of findings

Skeletal Radiol. 2005 Dec;34(12):793-8. doi: 10.1007/s00256-005-0938-3. Epub 2005 Aug 11.

Abstract

We present a patient with neurofibromatosis type 1, with the clinical, radiological and histological features of cherubism mandibular lesions, and multiple osteolytic, geographic lesions in both femurs, consistent with multiple non-ossifying fibromas. We have been unable to find a similar case in the world literature. We discuss our findings in relationship with a number of syndromes that present clinical, radiological or pathological similarities.

Publication types

  • Case Reports

MeSH terms

  • Cherubism / complications*
  • Cherubism / diagnosis
  • Child
  • Diagnosis, Differential
  • Femur
  • Humans
  • Male
  • Neurofibromatosis 1 / complications*
  • Neurofibromatosis 1 / diagnosis
  • Osteolysis / diagnosis
  • Osteolysis / etiology*