Published online Feb 26, 2024. doi: 10.12998/wjcc.v12.i6.1130
Peer-review started: October 1, 2023
First decision: January 2, 2024
Revised: January 10, 2024
Accepted: January 30, 2024
Article in press: January 30, 2024
Published online: February 26, 2024
Simple bone cysts (SBC) are benign tumor-like bone lesions typically identified in children. While SBC may lead to growth disturbances or growth arrest, such cases are uncommon. The mechanisms behind these observations remain unclear. Addi
Here, we present our experience in the successful surgical management of a 10-year-old girl with SBC, who presented with a pathological fracture complicated by malunion of the displaced fracture, varus deformity, and limb length discre
As per current literature, acute correction of acute angular deformity in proximal humeral SBC is not well comprehended. However, in this specific case, acute correction was considered an optimal solution.
Core Tip: We successfully operated on a 10-year-old girl with simple bone cysts (SBC), who presented with varus deformity, limb length discrepancy, and malunion resulting from a neglected pathological fracture. We proposed two potential causes for the humeral growth arrest and varus deformity in this patient: (1) Direct disruption of the physis by fluid from the cyst itself; and (2) damage to the epiphysis due to recurrent pathological fractures associated with SBC. Presently, the literature lacks a comprehensive understanding of the acute correction of angular deformity in proximal humeral SBC. However, in this specific case, acute correction was considered an ideal option.