Osseous metaplasia in neoplastic and non-neoplastic lesions: A comprehensive case series of 30 patients from a tertiary care center.
Abstract
Background
Osseous metaplasia (OM), distinct from calcification, is a rare histological event reported across various organs in both neoplastic and non-neoplastic contexts, typically as isolated case reports.
Objective
This study presents a series of 30 cases of OM from diverse anatomical sites, aiming to broaden the understanding of its pathogenesis and clinical significance. MATERIAL AND
Methods
A retrospective and prospective histopathological study was conducted over 12 months (August 24 to August 25) in a tertiary care center. Inclusion criteria encompassed all cases of OM confirmed on histology; cases lacking sufficient clinical or tissue data were excluded.
Results
Eighteen cases (19 males, 11 females; age range: 31-74 years) were included. The most frequent sites were the thyroid, kidney, followed by lung, bladder, endometrium, and breast.
Conclusion
This is one of the largest single-center series documenting OM across a spectrum of lesions. Recognizing OM can aid in accurate histological interpretation and may have prognostic value in certain tumors.