[CT findings of pseudomyxoma peritonei]

Four patients with pseudomyxoma peritonei were studied by computed tomography. CT images in all cases showed low density area simulating ascites in the peritoneal cavity. The low density area was due to gelatinous masses, which were proved by surgery or autopsy. The CT number of gelatinous masses was almost equal to that of water. Scalloping of liver and separated intestinal loops in the low density area were seen. One case had scattered calcifications in the low density area. The calcification in the low density area is a specific finding in pseudomyxoma peritonei.