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Massive recurrent tumoral calcinosis: a rare presentation.
Bhavuk Garg1, Vijay Sharma, Shah Alam Khan
1Department of Orthopaedics, All India Institute of Medical Sciences, Ansari Nagar, New Delhi - 29, India. drbhavukgarg@gmail.com
Acta Orthopaedica Belgica
|August 18, 2011
Summary
Tumoral calcinosis is a rare metabolic disorder causing calcium salt deposits in tissues. This case highlights massive, recurrent tumoral calcinosis in a 32-year-old male.
Area of Science:
- Metabolic disorders and mineral metabolism.
Background:
- Tumoral calcinosis is an autosomal recessive metabolic disorder.
- Characterized by ectopic calcification in subcutaneous tissues.
Observation:
- A case of massive, recurrent tumoral calcinosis is presented.
- The patient is a 32-year-old male.
Findings:
- The case illustrates the significant morbidity associated with tumoral calcinosis.
- Recurrence and massive deposition of calcium salts observed.
Implications:
- Highlights the need for understanding the pathophysiology of tumoral calcinosis.
- Informs clinical management strategies for similar cases.
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