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MRI in essential primary cutis verticis gyrata
K Okamoto1, J Ito, S Tokiguchi
1Department of Radiology, Niigata University Faculty of Medicine, Japan. nradioko@med.niigata-u.ac.jp
Neuroradiology
|November 2, 2001
Summary
Essential primary cutis verticis gyrata (CVG) is a rare scalp condition. MRI scans reveal a characteristic corrugated appearance of the thickened scalp, aiding diagnosis in affected men.
Area of Science:
- Radiology
- Dermatology
- Medical Imaging
Background:
- Cutis verticis gyrata (CVG) is a rare condition characterized by scalp thickening and folding.
- Primary CVG is typically idiopathic and not associated with other systemic diseases.
- MRI is a valuable tool for evaluating scalp and intracranial abnormalities.
Purpose of the Study:
- To describe the magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) findings in patients with essential primary cutis verticis gyrata (CVG).
- To highlight the characteristic MRI appearance of CVG to aid neuroradiologists in diagnosis.
Main Methods:
- Retrospective review of MRI scans from four male patients diagnosed with primary CVG.
- Analysis of coronal MRI views to identify specific scalp morphology.
- Clinical data review for associated symptoms or conditions.
Main Results:
- All four patients were men aged 49-81 years.
- No patients had associated symptoms, preceding scalp disease, or systemic conditions.
- Coronal MRI images consistently demonstrated a corrugated appearance of the thickened scalp at the vertex, diagnostic of CVG.
Conclusions:
- Essential primary CVG has a distinctive appearance on coronal MRI.
- Neuroradiologists should recognize this specific MRI finding for accurate diagnosis.
- MRI can confirm the diagnosis of CVG in the absence of clinical symptoms or other associated diseases.
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