Osteosarcoma associated with a metal implant.
An osteosarcoma developed in a boy, 16 years of age, 9 years after staples had been inserted in the region of the lower femoral epiphysis. The possible association between the implant and the tumour is discussed.
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Department of Orthopaedics, Krishna Institute of Medical Sciences, Karad, Maharashta, India.
D000293:Adolescent; D005266:Femoral Neoplasms / Q000000981:diagnostic imaging / Q000209:etiology*; D006801:Humans; D008297:Male; D008670:Metals / Q000009:adverse effects*; D009984:Orthopedic Fixation Devices / Q000009:adverse effects*; D012516:Osteosarcoma / Q000000981:diagnostic imaging / Q000209:etiology*; D011859:Radiography
D008670:Metals