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hrp0094p2-58 | Bone, growth plate and mineral metabolism | ESPE2021

Denosumab therapy for giant cell granuloma in a paediatric patient: using quantification of Tc99m-MDP uptake on SPECT imaging to guide treatment.

Wade Laura , Siddle Kathryn , Aderotimi Tobi , Armitage Suzanne , Blair Joanne , Munns Craig , Barnes Nik , Abernethy Laurence , Dharmaraj Poonam ,

Background: Giant cell granulomas (GCG) are uncommon bony lesions that most commonly affect the maxilla and mandible; whilst generally benign they can be disfiguring to the face. Historically, GCGs have been treated with steroids or bisphosphonates to try and avoid surgical resection. Over recent years denosumab, a human monoclonal antibody which acts against the receptor activator of nuclear factor kappa B ligand, has been shown to be effective in treating GC...

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Denosumab therapy for giant cell granuloma in a paediatric patient: using quantification of Tc99m-MDP uptake on SPECT imaging to guide treatment.

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