Role of radiological modalities in bone tumors & tumor mimics

Imaging bone tumors causes uncertainty,especially outside dedicated sarcoma treatment centres. Conventional radiographs remains the backbone of bone tumor diagnostics, but MR imaging has a role.Radiographs are crucial for assessing tumor matrix and aggressiveness. MR imaging is the best modality for local staging. This article reviews semiological aspects of bone tumors: patient age, tumor localization,pattern of bone destruction,periosteal reaction