Pictorial review: giant cell tumours of bone.

Giant cell tumour of bone is a relatively common neoplasm with limited potential for metastatic spread. These tumours usually occur at the ends of bones with their epicentre in the epiphysis. This essay will review the various common and some of the less frequently encountered manifestations of giant cell tumours at multiple different sites, as well as postoperative recurrence. Different imaging modalities including plain film, tomography, computed tomography and magnetic resonance imaging are shown.