Difference between revisions of "Fibrous Dysplasia"

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In young horse, dogs and cats
Rare
Developmental?
Grossly:
- Expansive fibro-osseous lesions
- In metaphyses
- Firm fibrous masses
- Gritty when cut
Histologically:
- Fibrous stroma with trabeculae of woven bone
- No recognisable osteoblasts - differentiates from ossifying fibroma
Radiographically:
- Smooth edged areas of radiolucency
Usually resolves
Lesions in head may cause problems eating or cause pressure on the brain

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