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ReviewOrthopaedic surgery2025

Arthroscopic Management of Juxta-Articular Proximal Tibial Chondroblastoma: A Case Report and Literature Review.

Cong Xiao, Shaoyun Zhang, Zhixiang Gao, Lifu Wang, Yixin Dai, Jian Li

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Cong XiaoDepartment of Orthopedics, The Third Hospital of Mianyang, Sichuan Mental Health Center, Mianyang, People's Republic of China.ORCID https://orcid.org/0000-0002-2374-8738
Shaoyun ZhangDepartment of Orthopedics, The Third Hospital of Mianyang, Sichuan Mental Health Center, Mianyang, People's Republic of China.
Zhixiang GaoDepartment of Orthopedics, The Third Hospital of Mianyang, Sichuan Mental Health Center, Mianyang, People's Republic of China.ORCID https://orcid.org/0000-0002-3792-0826
Lifu WangDepartment of Orthopedics, The Third Hospital of Mianyang, Sichuan Mental Health Center, Mianyang, People's Republic of China.
Yixin DaiDepartment of Orthopedics, The Third Hospital of Mianyang, Sichuan Mental Health Center, Mianyang, People's Republic of China.
Jian LiSports Medicine Center, Department of Orthopedic Surgery, Orthopedic Research Institute, West China Hospital, Sichuan University, Chengdu, People's Republic of China.ORCID https://orcid.org/0009-0003-9383-2083

Funding

Health Commission of Mianyang City 202007Health Commission of Sichuan Province Medical Science and Technology Program 24WSXT032;24QNMP048Mianyang Science and Technology Bureau 2022ZYDF087The Third Hospital of Mianyang 202123The Third Hospital of Mianyang 202124Wellcome Trust 202020Wellcome Trust 202101
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Abstract

backgroundChondroblastoma is a rare bone tumor that originates from the epiphysis, constitutes around 1% of all primary bone tumors and is recognized for its tendency to exhibit local invasiveness, as well as the possibility of metastasis and recurrence in nearby areas. Currently, the main surgical treatment for chondroblastoma is open surgery, involving excision of the lesion. There are relatively few reports on arthroscopic surgery for the treatment of chondroblastoma. However, open surgical curettage is associated with operation-related trauma and potential for damage to the osteoepiphysis resulting in growth disturbances. CASE PRESENTATION: This case study presents the application of an arthroscopic technique in a 14-year-old male patient with chondroblastoma affecting the proximal tibia and tibial eminence. The procedure involved thorough removal of the lesion using direct visualization with the management of the cavity utilizing a substitute for autologous bone graft. After 1 year of follow-up, the patient remains free from symptoms, exhibits normal knee functionality, and radiographic analysis reveals a good autologous bone graft fusion without any signs of recurrence.

conclusionsBased on the existing cases of arthroscopic treatment for chondroblastoma and the report of this case, arthroscopic treatment for chondroblastoma can be considered as a specific treatment option for certain patients. In some cases, this technique could be an effective alternative to open surgery.

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ArthroscopyBone NeoplasmsChondroblastomaTibiaAdolescentBone TransplantationHumansMalearthroscopybone substitutechondroblastomaproximal tibial

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PMCPMC11735375

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