Clavicle aneurysmal bone cyst, case report Case Report

Abstract

Introduction: Aneurysmal bone cysts are a rare benign neoplasm that appear at an early age. It has a higher incidence in long bones and in the spine. Its etiology is uncertain although it is usually associated with trauma probably due to venous obstruction or the formation of fistulas that occur after contusion.

Case: This report presents the case of a 15-year-old patient with no history of trauma who presents with an aneurysmal bone cyst in the clavicle, which is an unusual location for this pathology.

Evolution: Treatment used sclerosing therapy with 3% polidocanol given eight times with a favorable response. The subject has not required surgery to date.

Conclusion: Sclerosing treatment was successful in this case report.