An aneurysmal bone cyst is also known as ABC. It is a blood-filled, fibrous cyst that expands the bone and causes pain, fractures, and swelling. ABCs are non-cancerous cysts (benign) that do not spread and are most commonly seen during a child's teenage years.
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Had surgery for aneurysmal bone cyst and it remains swollen after 15 days. What to do?
Query: Hi doctor, I have a six-year-old daughter diagnosed with an aneurysmal bone cyst at the medial end of the left clavicle. Histology report confirms the aneurysmal bone cyst. Curettage was done, and it was filled with Chronos granules. Can my child become well? Even after 15 days after surgery, it rem... Read Full »
Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. I have gone through the attachment (attachment removed to protect patient identity). She should do well after the surgery. Curettage is done thoroughly and filled with grafts. There are chances of recurrence, which are pretty high. Recurrence usually occurs between six mo... Read Full »