Chordoma in C4 Facet Joint: A Case Report
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Chordoma are rare primary bone tumours derived from non-differentiated remains of the notochord. Due to their histological origins, the most common site of presentation is on the mid-line of the axial skeleton, with a distribution that is most frequent on the sacral bone, skull base and mobile spine. These tumours have a slow growth rate, which means that symptoms occur when the size of the mass causes different manifestations according to its site of presentation. However, they have aggressive behaviour with high rates of local recurrence. Ideal treatment is based on surgical block removal if possible. This article presents the case of a 20-year-old male patient with diagnosis of a chordoma on the left superior facetary articulation of C4.
joint, zygapophyseal, tumour, chordoma, pain.articulación, faceta, tumor, cordoma, dolor
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