Sarcomatous transformation (Leiomyosarcoma) in polyostotic fibrous dysplagia.

Journal: Indian Journal Of Endocrinology And Metabolism
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Abstract

Malignant changes in polyostotic fibrous dysplasia are very rare. Most common malignancies reported are osteosarcoma and fibrosarcoma, chondrosarcoma and malignant fibrous histiocytoma. Here, we report a previously diagnosed case of fibrous dysplasia who has developed leiomyosarcoma; diagnosis of which was delayed for about one year despite repeated fine needle aspiration and open biopsy.