Sonographic Evaluation of Primary Malignant Bone Tumor: Case Reports
Primary malignant bone tumors are rare but can be aggressive. Early detection is crucial for effective treatment. Plain radiography and CT scans remain the gold standards for diagnosing and characterizing bone tumors. Ultrasonogram (USG) is generally not effective for imaging bone tumors, as it cannot penetrate the bone’s cortex. However, ultrasound is excellent for assessing soft tissues and can evaluate the superficial surfaces of bones. Musculoskeletal (MSK) ultrasound has advanced significantly and continues to improve, making it the first preferred imaging modality of choice for any palpable superficial mass to the physicians. So, it is important for the sonologist to be able to identify bone tumors during ultrasound examinations. This report presents two cases of primary malignant bone tumors where the initial evaluation was performed using sonography.
Keywords: Musculoskeletal (MSK) ultrasound, primary bone tumor, Osteosarcoma, GCT (Giant Cell Tumor).
