Case Report
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World J Clin Cases. May 16, 2021; 9(14): 3394-3402
Published online May 16, 2021. doi: 10.12998/wjcc.v9.i14.3394
Tenosynovial giant cell tumor involving the cervical spine: A case report
Jing-Hui Zhu, Miao Li, Yan Liang, Jian-Huang Wu
Jing-Hui Zhu, Miao Li, Yan Liang, Jian-Huang Wu, Department of Spine Surgery, Xiangya Hospital, Central South University, Changsha 410008, Hunan Province, China
Author contributions: Zhu JH reviewed the literature and drafted the manuscript; Li M analyzed and interpreted the imaging findings; Liang Y contributed to manuscript drafting; Wu JH was responsible for the revision of the manuscript for important intellectual content; all authors have read and approved the final manuscript.
Supported by The National Natural Science Foundation of China (General Program), No. 81472073; and the Natural Science Foundation of Hunan Province of China, No. 2019JJ40518.
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Corresponding author: Jian-Huang Wu, PhD, Chief Physician, Department of Spine Surgery, Xiangya Hospital, Central South University, No. 87 Xiangya Road, Changsha 410008, Hunan Province, China. jianhuangwu11@163.com
Received: December 30, 2020
Peer-review started: December 30, 2020
First decision: February 12, 2021
Revised: February 21, 2021
Accepted: March 3, 2021
Article in press: March 3, 2021
Published online: May 16, 2021
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Core Tip

Core Tip: This paper reviews a rare case of a tenosynovial giant cell tumor (TGCT) growing in the spine, eroding the C4-5 vertebral arches and the spinous processes, the radiological features of which mimic those of other neoplastic lesions. The definitive diagnosis of TGCT is made by immunohistochemistry. The ideal treatment comprised complete resection of the mass and appropriate internal fixation. By reviewing the diagnostic and therapeutic history and analyzing the clinical and radiological manifestations, a better understanding of the characteristics of TGCTs of the spine can be achieved, helping to improve their diagnosis and treatment.