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Bone Cyst Underlying Cause
The cause for bone cysts is unknown. They form in growing bones during childhood.

The most common locations for bone cysts include:
  • Humerus: 67% of bone cysts
  • Femur: 15% of bones cysts
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Last Updated: Sep 13, 2007  References
Authors: Stephen J. Schueler, MD; John H. Beckett, MD; D. Scott Gettings, MD
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