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What is the definition of Chondroblastoma?
Chondroblastoma, also known as Codman’s tumor, is a very rare non-cancerous bone tumor that develops in the cartilage, appears more often in male children and young adults, and mainly affects the ends of long bones near the growth plate in the arm, hip, or knee. Although chondroblastoma is a benign tumor, it can still spread (metastasize) to the lungs.
What are the symptoms of Chondroblastoma?
The symptoms of chondroblastoma depend on the tumor’s location, with pain in the shoulder, hip, or knee joint being the most frequent symptom, followed by a wasting or shrinking (atrophy) of the muscle near the affected bone, decreased mobility of the associated joint, and fluid buildup surrounding the affected bone. Additional symptoms may include joint swelling or stiffness and limping.
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What are the current treatments for Chondroblastoma?
The pain associated with chondroblastoma may be initially treated with over-the-counter acetaminophen and ibuprofen. However, a chondroblastoma will continue to grow, so the main treatment is surgical removal of the tumor, usually by curettage (scraping of tumor), to prevent damage to the growth plate of the bone. In addition to removal of the tumor, surgical treatment for chondroblastoma may include bone grafting, bone cement, the use of plates or screws, or reconstruction of a damaged joint. After surgery, physical therapy is necessary to improve joint strength and function, as well as long-term follow-up to monitor for tumor recurrence. If a chondroblastoma cannot be removed with surgery, non-surgical treatments may include radiofrequency ablation, cryotherapy, or both. Chondroblastoma that has spread to the lungs is treated with surgical removal of the affected area or organ, which usually provides a cure.
Who are the top Chondroblastoma Local Doctors?
Dr. Larry S. Hunt
Internal Medicine | General Practice
Dr. Larry S. Hunt
Internal Medicine | General Practice

University Of Alabama Health Services Foundation, PC

501 Emery Dr, 
Hoover, AL 
 (7.7 mi)
205-989-7254
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Larry Hunt is an Internal Medicine specialist and a General Practice provider in Hoover, Alabama. Dr. Hunt and is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Chondroblastoma. His top areas of expertise are Maturity Onset Diabetes of the Young, Type 2 Diabetes (T2D), Hypertension, and Familial Hypertension. Dr. Hunt is currently accepting new patients.

Dr. Kenneth A. Jaffe
Orthopedics | Oncology
Dr. Kenneth A. Jaffe
Orthopedics | Oncology

Orthosports Associates LLC

2010 Patton Chapel Rd, Suite 100, 
Hoover, AL 
 (10.4 mi)
205-989-0065
Languages Spoken:
English
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Kenneth Jaffe is an Orthopedics specialist and an Oncologist in Hoover, Alabama. Dr. Jaffe and is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Chondroblastoma. His top areas of expertise are Chondroblastoma, Chondroma, Osteochondroma, and Osteoarthritis. Dr. Jaffe is currently accepting new patients.

 
 
 
 
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Dr. Curtis J. Rozzelle
Neurosurgery
Dr. Curtis J. Rozzelle
Neurosurgery

University Of Alabama Health Services Foundation, PC

1600 7th Ave S, 
Birmingham, AL 
 (17.9 mi)
205-975-9925
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Curtis Rozzelle is a Neurosurgery provider in Birmingham, Alabama. Dr. Rozzelle and is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Chondroblastoma. His top areas of expertise are Hydrocephalus, Intraventricular Hemorrhage of the Newborn, Choroid Plexus Cyst, Posterior Fossa Decompression, and Rhizotomy. Dr. Rozzelle is currently accepting new patients.

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