Distal Femur Osteochondroma Excision

Distal Femur Osteochondroma Excision is available through Mark Cuban Companies Health Plan at a published cash price, paid when you book.

Distal femur osteochondroma excision is a surgical procedure performed to remove a benign bone tumor called osteochondroma from the lower end of the thigh bone (femur). Osteochondromas are the most common type of benign bone tumor, characterized by a bony outgrowth covered by cartilage that typically occurs near the growth plates during skeletal development. While most osteochondromas are asymptomatic and discovered incidentally, some may cause pain, limited range of motion, or mechanical symptoms due to pressure on surrounding structures. During the procedure, the surgeon makes an incision over the affected area, carefully excises the osteochondroma, and may repair any damage to nearby tissues or structures. This helps alleviate symptoms and prevent potential complications such as fracture or nerve impingement. Recovery involves a period of rest, followed by physical therapy to regain strength and mobility in the affected leg.