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B Prakash¹, M B Pranesh, N Parimalam

¹Department of Neurology, PSG Institute of Medical Sciences and Research, Avinasi Road, Pelamenu, Coimbatore-641 002, India.

The Journal of the Association of Physicians of India

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Hyperostosis frontalis interna can mimic the Mount Fuji sign on MRI scans, a critical finding in tension pneumocephalus. This case highlights the importance of considering benign conditions that resemble neurological emergencies.

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Area of Science:

Neurology
Radiology
Medical Imaging

Background:

Hyperostosis frontalis interna (HFI) is a common condition characterized by thickening of the inner table of the frontal bone.
Tension pneumocephalus is a rare but serious neurological emergency caused by air accumulation in the cranial cavity.

Observation:

A 73-year-old female presented with imaging findings.
Her MRI scans displayed an appearance mimicking the 'Mount Fuji sign' typically associated with tension pneumocephalus.

Findings:

The observed 'Mount Fuji sign' on MRI was attributed to Hyperostosis frontalis interna, not pneumocephalus.
This highlights a potential diagnostic pitfall in neuroimaging.

Implications:

Radiologists and clinicians should be aware of HFI mimicking serious conditions like tension pneumocephalus.
Accurate differentiation is crucial for appropriate patient management and avoiding unnecessary interventions for a neurological emergency.