Osteochondromatosis (diaphyseal aclasis): a case report and literature review

Abstract

An unusual case of osteochondromatosis is presented with a review of the literature. Osteochondromatosis, also known as hereditary multiple exostoses or diaphyseal aclasis, are inherited, benign, cartilaginous neoplasms that consist of a pedicle of normal bone covered with proliferating cartilage cells. Pathologic, clinical, and radiographic findings will be discussed.