A 69 year old man was seen by his GP for pain in the right hip.An x-ray revealed a large mass involving the pelvis that was pressing on the joint.A biopsy was performed,and a representative section is shown in the accompanying photomicrograph.Which one of the following is the best diagnosis?
A)Chondrosarcoma
B)Fracture,with non-union
C)Osteogenic sarcoma
D)Osteoid osteoma
E)Paget's disease of bone

Question

A 69 year old man was seen by his GP for pain in the right hip.An x-ray revealed a large mass involving the pelvis that was pressing on the joint.A biopsy was performed,and a representative section is shown in the accompanying photomicrograph.Which one of the following is the best diagnosis? 
A)Chondrosarcoma 
B)Fracture,with non-union 
C)Osteogenic sarcoma 
D)Osteoid osteoma 
E)Paget's disease of bone

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The Answer is A

A 69 Year Old Man Was Seen by His GP