# Radiofrequency Ablation (RFA) for Osteoid Osteoma in an 11-Year-Old Male Child With Sickle Cell Trait: A Case Report

## TL;DR

This case report discusses the treatment of a bone tumor in a child with sickle cell trait using radiofrequency ablation.

## Contribution

The paper presents a case of osteoid osteoma in a patient with sickle cell trait, highlighting diagnostic and therapeutic challenges.

## Key findings

- Osteoid osteoma can coexist with sickle cell trait, complicating diagnosis.
- Radiofrequency ablation was used as a treatment option for the tumor.
- Persistent pain from the tumor significantly affected the patient's quality of life.

## Abstract

Osteoid osteoma is a benign bone tumor that typically presents with nocturnal pain alleviated by nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory medications. The coexistence of osteoid osteoma with sickle cell anemia, a hereditary hemoglobinopathy characterized by vaso-occlusive crises and bone infarcts, poses diagnostic and therapeutic challenges due to overlapping clinical and radiological features. This condition primarily involves the long bones of the lower extremities, particularly the femur and tibia. Despite its benign nature, osteoid osteoma can significantly impact a patient's quality of life due to persistent and intense pain, often leading to substantial sleep disturbances and functional limitations.