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3D computed tomography of an unusual triple ended xiphoid process
1Christiana Care Health System, Newark, Del, USA.
Abstract:
The sternum is the site of frequent variations and anomalies. Knowledge of the plain film and CT appearance of these variations and anomalies is useful in differentiating from pathologic conditions and in surgical planning. We present a rare case of an unusual triple ended xiphoid process with its plain film and 3D CT volume rendered reconstructed imaging.
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