Primary hepatic osteosarcoma: a case report and literature review.

ABSTRACT:

Background

Extra-skeletal osteosarcoma (ESOS) is an uncommon malignant soft tissue tumor, primarily seen in the soft tissues of the extremities or the retroperitoneal region. Primary hepatic osteosarcoma (PHO), a unique subtype, is clinically exceedingly rare. Thus far, only isolated instances have been documented in the literature, with limited high-quality study data accessible. Furthermore, there is no definitive clinical consensus regarding the ideal characterization and management of PHO.

Case presentation

This case report details a 67-year-old male patient hospitalized for one month due to abdominal pain. Upon admission, the patient displayed an increased serum alkaline phosphatase level. Computed tomography (CT) and magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) identified a well-d

SUBMITTER: Luo H 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC12753456 | biostudies-literature | 2025

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature