Osteochondroma of the Rib: a rare radiological apeareance

Non-traumatic complications of a solitary rib osteochondroma; an unusual cause of hemoptysis and pneumothorax

Osteochondromas are a very common and usually asymptomatic entity which may originate anywhere in the appendicular and axial skeleton. However, the ribs are a rare site of origin and here they may prove symptomatic for mechanical reasons. In this case report, we describe an unusual case of a symptomatic osteochondroma of the rib secondary to its location and unique shape, ultimately requiring surgical intervention.

A Rare Case of Pediatric Osteochondroma Presenting as Hemothorax

Isolated osteochondroma presenting as hemothorax is a rare entity. A 7-year-old boy presented with respiratory distress and diagnosed with hemothorax, and computed tomography showed osteochondroma and removal with resection of the rib was curative.