Monostotic fibrous dysplasia
Monostotic Fibrous Dysplasia (pronunciation: mon-o-stot-ic fi-brous dis-pla-sia) is a rare bone disorder where a normal bone is replaced with fibrous bone tissue. The term "monostotic" refers to the condition affecting a single bone.
Etymology
The term "Monostotic" is derived from the Greek words "monos" meaning single and "osteon" meaning bone. "Fibrous Dysplasia" is a descriptive term indicating the abnormal development or growth of fibrous tissue in the bone.
Definition
Monostotic Fibrous Dysplasia is a form of Fibrous Dysplasia that affects only one bone in the body. It is a benign condition, meaning it is not cancerous, but it can still cause significant problems such as pain, deformity, and fractures.
Symptoms
The symptoms of Monostotic Fibrous Dysplasia can vary greatly depending on which bone is affected. Common symptoms include pain, swelling, and deformity of the affected bone. In some cases, the condition may not cause any symptoms and may only be discovered incidentally during an imaging study for another condition.
Diagnosis
Diagnosis of Monostotic Fibrous Dysplasia is typically made through a combination of physical examination, imaging studies such as X-rays or CT scans, and biopsy of the affected bone.
Treatment
Treatment for Monostotic Fibrous Dysplasia is typically focused on managing symptoms and preventing complications. This may include pain management, physical therapy, and in some cases, surgery to correct deformities or stabilize the bone.
Related Terms
- Polyostotic Fibrous Dysplasia: A form of fibrous dysplasia that affects multiple bones in the body.
- McCune-Albright Syndrome: A complex genetic disorder that can include polyostotic fibrous dysplasia as one of its symptoms.
- Osteitis Deformans: Another bone disorder that can cause similar symptoms to fibrous dysplasia.
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Monostotic fibrous dysplasia
- Wikipedia's article - Monostotic fibrous dysplasia
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