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An atypical aneurysmal bone cyst of the head of the humerus, arthroscopic treatment: a case report

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Curettage and bone grafting are the accepted methods of treatment of aneurysmal bone cysts. Unfortunately, recurrence is common. We treated a patient with atypical aneurysmal bone cyst of the head of the humerus that lacked aneurysmal dilatation by arthroscopic curettage without bone grafting. New bone formation and remodeling was observed in this patient. There was no evidence of recurrence. Arthroscopic curettage without bone grafting is a simple and effective treatment for aneurysmal bone cyst.

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Saccomanni, B. An atypical aneurysmal bone cyst of the head of the humerus, arthroscopic treatment: a case report. Arch Orthop Trauma Surg 128, 1279–1282 (2008). https://doi.org/10.1007/s00402-007-0503-8

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