Aneurysmal bone cyst of temporal bone

BMJ Case Rep. 2013 Sep 7:2013:bcr2013009434. doi: 10.1136/bcr-2013-009434.

Abstract

Aneurysmal bone cysts (ABC) are benign neoplasms frequently occurring in the long tubular bones. It is very rare in temporal bone. We report a case of ABC of the left temporal bone in an 8-year-old Asian boy who presented clinically with swelling over the left temporal region for 5 months. CT and MRI features were suggestive of ABC. Surgical resection was performed and on follow-up the patient was doing well. CT and MRI are the imaging modalities for proper evaluation of ABC, aiding to diagnosis and helpful in treatment planning.

Publication types

  • Case Reports

MeSH terms

  • Bone Cysts, Aneurysmal / diagnosis*
  • Bone Cysts, Aneurysmal / therapy
  • Child
  • Humans
  • Male
  • Radiography
  • Temporal Bone* / diagnostic imaging
  • Temporal Bone* / pathology