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Simple bone cysts

A review of 59 cases with special reference to their treatment

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In a retrospective study, 21 simple bone cysts (SBC) treated by curettage (with or without bone grafting) are compared to 20 SBC treated by intralesional injections of methylprednisolone. Curettage led to 43% favourable results and 29% recurrences. Cortisone injections led to 90% favourable results and 5% recurrences. Combined therapy (curettage and injections) led to results comparable to injections only. In our experience, curettage and hydroxyapatite grafting led to 100% complete healing (only 2 cases). We recommend intralesional methylprednisolone injections because the method is easy, effective and safe.

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  1. Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, University Hospital, Catholic University of Leuven, Belgium

    J. Mylle, A. Burssens &  G. Fabry

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Mylle, J., Burssens, A. & Fabry, G. Simple bone cysts. Arch Orthop Trauma Surg 111, 297–300 (1992). https://doi.org/10.1007/BF00420053

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