Maria Boudina, Eleana Zisimopoulou, Pantelitsa Rakitzi, Sotirios Barbanis, Eleni Syndouka, Chrysanthi Zouli, Aimilia Fotiadou, Mariana Stamati Stamati, Chrysanthi Balodimou, George Christantoniou, Alexandra Chrisoulidou
PURPOSE: Brown tumors, also known as cystic fibrosa, are rare, benign, osteolytic, fibrotic lesions of the bones that occur secondary to hyperparathyroidism. They are caused by increased osteoclastic activity leading to an abnormal bone metabolism. CASE DESCRIPTION: Here, we present the case of a 58-year-old male, who presented with painful bony lesions, initially attributed to metastatic disease. After biochemical workout, imaging and biopsy, the nature of the lesions was revealed...
2024: International Medical Case Reports Journal