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ReviewJournal of bone oncology2026

Tenosynovial giant cell tumor of the hip: a systematic review and institutional case series with Meta-analysis of recurrence and patient-reported outcomes.

E van der Loos, D T Meijer, J A M Bramer, H W B Schreuder, F G M Verspoor

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E van der LoosDepartment of Orthopaedic Surgery and Sports Medicine, Amsterdam UMC, University of Amsterdam, Meibergdreef 9, Amsterdam, the Netherlands.
D T MeijerDepartment of Orthopaedic Surgery and Sports Medicine, Amsterdam UMC, University of Amsterdam, Meibergdreef 9, Amsterdam, the Netherlands.
J A M BramerDepartment of Orthopaedic Surgery and Sports Medicine, Amsterdam UMC, University of Amsterdam, Meibergdreef 9, Amsterdam, the Netherlands.
H W B SchreuderDepartment of Orthopedics, Radboud University Medical Center, Nijmegen, the Netherlands.
F G M VerspoorDepartment of Orthopaedic Surgery and Sports Medicine, Amsterdam UMC, University of Amsterdam, Meibergdreef 9, Amsterdam, the Netherlands.

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Abstract

Background: Tenosynovial giant cell tumors (TGCT) are rare, locally aggressive neoplasms of the synovium, most frequently affecting the knee and less commonly the hip. Due to its deep anatomy and weight-bearing function, hip TGCT may follow a distinct clinical course. This study evaluates clinical presentation, treatment outcomes, recurrence patterns, and patient-reported outcomes in hip TGCT. Methods: A systematic literature search in PubMed, Embase, and Cochrane Library (January 2000-May 2025) identified studies including ≥5 patients with hip TGCT reporting recurrence, complications, functional outcomes or patient-reported outcomes. A random-effects meta-analysis assessed recurrence risk across treatment modalities. Additionally, 23 patients of two retrospective institutional cohorts were analyzed, including PROMIS-CAT assessment. Results: Seventeen studies comprising 269 patients were included. The mean age was 32 years and 58% were female. At diagnosis, 48% of patients with available cartilage data demonstrated advanced degeneration (grade ≥ 3). No statistically significant differences in recurrence risk were observed between treatment strategies; arthroscopic synovectomy, open synovectomy, and total hip arthroplasty. However, comparisons were limited by heterogeneous patient selection and follow-up duration. Arthroplasty was associated with the highest complication rate (33%), primarily aseptic loosening (19%). In the institutional cohort, 21.7% experienced recurrence and 29.4% required conversion to THA. Recurrences and conversions occurred exclusively in D-TGCT. PROMIS-CAT pain interference scores remained elevated (mean T-score 63.4 ± 11.1). Conclusion: Hip TGCT shows substantial cartilage damage at diagnosis and persistent postoperative morbidity. While recurrence rates appear comparable between surgical strategies, arthroplasty carries a higher complication burden in this predominantly young population. Prospective multicenter studies with standardized outcome reporting are required to optimize treatment strategies.

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Hip jointPatient-reported outcomesPigmented villonodular synovitisRecurrence ratesSystematic reviewTenosynovial giant cell tumorTreatment outcomes

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PMID42256642
PMCPMC13241937

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