What is the recovery like after surgery for chondroblastoma?

What is the recovery like after surgery for chondroblastoma?

Depending on the size, location and damage that the chondroblastoma tumor caused to the bone, recovery time and rehabilitation may vary. Typically, you will stay at the hospital overnight after surgery for observation. You will experience some pain and discomfort during the first couple weeks after surgery as the wound heals, but you shouldn’t have symptoms of chondroblastoma. You can treat mild to moderate post-surgery pain with over-the-counter NSAIDs (nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs) like ibuprofen.

If you have persistent pain after the surgery that is similar to the pain you experienced before surgery, the tumor likely returned. It is best to follow up with your healthcare provider regularly after surgery to make sure you are healing correctly.