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. 1992;111(6):297-300.
doi: 10.1007/BF00420053.

Simple bone cysts. A review of 59 cases with special reference to their treatment

J Mylle  1 , A Burssens, G Fabry
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Simple bone cysts. A review of 59 cases with special reference to their treatment

J Mylle et al. Arch Orthop Trauma Surg. 1992.

Abstract

In a retrospective study, 21 simple bone cysts (SBC) treated by curettage (with or without bone grafting) are compared to 20 SBC treated by intralesional injections of methylprednisolone. Curettage led to 43% favourable results and 29% recurrences. Cortisone injections led to 90% favourable results and 5% recurrences. Combined therapy (curettage and injections) led to results comparable to injections only. In our experience, curettage and hydroxyapatite grafting led to 100% complete healing (only 2 cases). We recommend intralesional methylprednisolone injections because the method is easy, effective and safe.

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