Multiple lower limb non-ossifying fibromas in siblings with neurofibromatosis

Eur J Radiol. 1998 Feb;26(3):280-3. doi: 10.1016/s0720-048x(97)01175-3.

Abstract

Non-ossifying fibromas are common benign lesions of tubular long bones. There is recognized association of these bony lesions with neurofibromatosis type 1 although the presence of non-ossifying fibromas in familial members with the condition has not previously been reported. We report two siblings with neurofibromatosis and radiological evidence of multiple lower limb non-ossifying fibromas. Both patients presented with pain in the knees and a pathological fracture was observed in one case. Patients with multiple non-ossifying fibromas should be examined carefully for other evidence of neurofibromatosis.

Publication types

  • Case Reports

MeSH terms

  • Adolescent
  • Bone Diseases, Developmental / complications
  • Bone Diseases, Developmental / diagnostic imaging
  • Bone Diseases, Developmental / genetics*
  • Female
  • Fractures, Spontaneous / etiology
  • Humans
  • Male
  • Neurofibromatosis 1 / complications
  • Neurofibromatosis 1 / genetics*
  • Radiography
  • Tibial Fractures / etiology