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We report a case of primary chondroblastoma presenting as a submucosal lump on the nasal bridge of a 15-yearold female. The lesion was curetted and the patient remains well after one year follow-up. This case report describes a primary chondroblastoma arising in an unusual site and in an unusual age group.

Chondroblastoma represents approximately one per cent of all primary bone tumours. It is even rarer in the temporal bone and so far only 34 cases have been reported. We report here two cases with chondroblastoma of the temporal bone. The first case was discovered as a small lesion of the attic and root of zygoma. It was removed via mastoidectomy and reconstruction of the bony defect achieved normal external ear canal anatomy and hearing post-operatively. The second case presented as an advanced tumour involving the infratemporal fossa and parapharyngeal space. It was treated surgically via the infratemporal fossa approach. As clear surgical margins were not obtained, post-operative radiotherapy was also given to minimize the chance of recurrence.

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Chondroblastoma – an unusual site in a young patient

Temporal bone chondroblastoma: big and small

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Chondroblastoma – an unusual site in a young patient

Temporal bone chondroblastoma: big and small