Ewing's Sarcoma Masquerading as Osteomyelitis

摘要: Ewing's sarcoma in the infant and young child is rare, highly malignant, can be difficult to identify. An erroneous diagnosis of osteomyelitis may considered first because presentation similar that sarcoma, routine laboratory evaluation not distinguish between these entities. Two such cases are presented, one involving tibia a 16-month-old another finger phalanx 7-month-old child. In both correct was delayed initial misdiagnosis osteomyelitis. This diagnostic dilemma summarized, literature reviewed. Special attention given recent advances histochemistry cytogenetics assist tumor identification. The conclusion highlights areas remaining controversies for which additional study facilitate distinction sarcoma.