Injection polidocanol sclerotherapy for aneurysmal bone cyst: A study of 19 patients

Abstract

Background & Objectives: The purpose of this study was to evaluate the clinical and functional outcomes of sclerotherapy for Aneurysmal bone cysts. Methods: The study was carried out on 19 patients of Aneurysmal bone cysts treated in the Department of Orthopedics. Information on the patients was compiled from clinical details, case files and procedure records. This was a prospective study. Patient follow up was for a minimum of 6 months to a maximum of 24 months (2 years). Results: Excellent or good pain relief and function were obtained in 19 patients after sclerotherapy. Conclusion: Our study suggests that the sclerotherapy for Aneurysmal bone cysts can provide satisfactory clinical and radiographic outcomes after an intermediate duration of follow-up. The study was free of complications, the overall functional and clinical outcome showed excellent results.