Pain and palpable mass

Kevin E Snyder, M.D.

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Abstract:  5 year old male presents with pain and a palpable mass behind his lower leg.

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Question Text 

Compared to conventional osteosarcoma, this lesion:
 

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 Answer: Is higher grade 
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No
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 Answer: Is less amenable to limb salvage 
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No
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 Answer: Is more likely to metastasize 
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No
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 Answer: Contains more dense tumor matrix 
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Yes
 
Case Study Link: Pain and palpable mass