## Overview Periosteal proliferation is the production of new bone by the outer layer of the bone (periosteum) in response to irritation, trauma, or instability. It appears on radiographs as irregular new bone and may be accompanied by local swelling if active. Mature proliferation is often incidental. ## Causes Trauma, inflammation, or chronic stress. ## Diagnosis Radiographs correlated with clinical signs of heat or pain. ## Treatment Rest and anti-inflammatories for active cases. No treatment needed for quiet, mature bone. ## Recovery and Prognosis Good. Bony enlargement may persist. ## Prevention Avoidance of repetitive trauma.
radiographic new bone; local swelling or pain if active; may be incidental when mature
## Overview Periosteal proliferation is the production of new bone by the outer layer of the bone (periosteum) in response to irritation, trauma, or instability. It appears on radiographs as irregular new bone and may be accompanied by local swelling if active. Mature proliferation is often incidental. ## Causes Trauma, inflammation, or chronic stress. ## Diagnosis Radiographs correlated with clinical signs of heat or pain. ## Treatment Rest and anti-inflammatories for active cases. No treatment needed for quiet, mature bone. ## Recovery and Prognosis Good. Bony enlargement may persist. ## Prevention Avoidance of repetitive trauma.
radiographic new bone; local swelling or pain if active; may be incidental when mature