On biopsy report of CGCG on the basis of histologically & morphological similarities differential diagnosis is made between____________?

Correct answer: B. Hyperparathyroidism

  • A. Fibrous dysplasia
  • B. Hyperparathyroidism
  • C. Osteitis deformans
  • D. Hyperthyroidism

Explanation

A brown tumour of hyperparathyroidism can closely resemble a central giant cell granuloma clinically and microscopically, so serum calcium, phosphate and parathyroid hormone levels may be needed. Fibrous dysplasia and osteitis deformans are differentials for other fibro-osseous lesions.

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