Abstract
This report concerns a case of Giant Cell Tumor (GCT) of the proxymal radius reconstracted by floating radial-head prosthesis. The prevalence of GCT in the proxymal radius reported was about 0.5%. The patient was a 73 y.o., female who had had left elbow pain for 2 years. Plain radiographs demonstrated a bubble-like radiolelucent area in the proxymal radius, so histopathological diagnosis after biopsy was a GCT. Intralesional excision and reconstruction using a floating radial-head prosthesis was performed in Feb. 25. 1999. So far, there has been no recurrence of the tumor or dislocation of the prosthesis. The pain has disappeared and the range of motion after surgery has improved. Although high frequency of recurrence after surgery for GCT makes its treatment difficult, this method of reconstruction is considered effective.
