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Brown tumours of a rib initially detected by ultrasound: a case report

Year: 2025

Type: article

Abstract: Brown tumours, reactive osteolytic lesions caused by hyperparathyroidism, are usually identified by X-ray, computed tomography, and magnetic resonance imaging, with ultrasonography of brown tumours being only rarely reported in the literature. In this paper, we present a case of brown tumours initially detected during ultrasound examination and subsequently confirmed. We describe the ultrasonographic characteristics in detail and discuss the clinical value of ultrasound as a screening and diagnostic tool. Furthermore, we summarise the clinical characteristics, imaging features, and treatment options of brown tumours based on a thorough analysis of the available literature.

Source: BJR|case reports

DOI: 10.1093/bjrcr/uaaf067

Authors: Yuchen Li, Lishan Xiao, Mengmeng Yan, Jiarui Liu, Chunping Ning

Institutions: Qingdao University, Affiliated Hospital of Qingdao University

Language: English

Topic: Bone Tumor Diagnosis and Treatments

Subfield: Rheumatology

Field: Medicine

Domain: Health Sciences

SDG: Good health and well-being

Open Access status: gold

Estimated APC paid: $658