nonossifying fibroma

nonossifying fibroma
nonosteogenic fibroma an osteolytic, proliferative, sometimes painful lesion comprising a focus of fibrous tissue in the metaphyseal region of long bones, particularly of the lower extremities, usually occurring in late childhood or adolescence; it is similar to fibrous cortical defect (q.v.) but is generally larger and actively growing. Called also metaphyseal fibrous defect.

Nonossifying fibroma in the right distal tibia, with a characteristic scalloped border and bubblelike appearance.


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