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. 2024 Jan 16;2024(1):rjad720.
doi: 10.1093/jscr/rjad720. eCollection 2024 Jan.

Olecranon fossa osteoid osteoma excision through arthroscopy: surgical technique

Kushtrim Grezda  1   2 , Arber Lama  1   3 , Dren Kusari  1 , Qendrim Hajdari  1
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Olecranon fossa osteoid osteoma excision through arthroscopy: surgical technique

Kushtrim Grezda et al. J Surg Case Rep. .

Abstract

In the elbow joint, occurrences of intra-articular osteoid osteoma are uncommon. We detail the case of a 21-year-old male who experienced pain, inflammation, and a restricted ability to move his elbow. For a few months, the diagnoses was missed and the patient was treated for idiopathic synovitis. After a contrast MRI, the tumor was revealed. During an arthroscopic examination of the elbow, a distinct red lesion was observed after the removal of the pale reactive bone in the olecranon cavity. This was subsequently removed in its entirety with the aid of a specialized bone tool. Histopathology confirmed the diagnosis of osteoid osteoma. Remarkably, the individual reported alleviation from the symptoms just a day following the operation and regained full range of motion 5 weeks after the surgery. This case underscores the efficacy of arthroscopy in addressing intra-articular osteoid osteoma, with a focus on accurately pinpointing the lesion.

Keywords: arthroscopy; olecranon fossa; osteoid osteoma.

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No conflict of interest is declared by the authors.

Figures

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Figure 1
OO localization with contrast MRI: (a) coronal view and (b) frontal view.
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Figure 2
OO localization with 3D CT scan.
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