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  • Medical Imaging
  • Toxicology
  • Orthopedics

Background:

  • Polysubstance abuse is a complex health issue.
  • Chronic inhalation of electronics compressed gas dusters is a potential route of toxic exposure.
  • Skeletal changes can be subtle and develop over time.

Observation:

  • A 27-year-old male presented with assault injuries.
  • Previous imaging (3 years prior) showed no osseous abnormalities.
  • Current imaging revealed periosteal reaction, cortical thickening, increased bone density, and ligament/tendon ossification.

Findings:

  • A bone scan demonstrated a metabolic superscan with cortical irregularity.
  • Further investigation confirmed skeletal fluorosis attributed to chronic inhalation of electronics compressed gas dusters.
  • The observed osseous findings are indicative of toxic skeletal effects.

Implications:

  • Skeletal fluorosis should be considered in patients with unexplained osseous findings and a history of inhalant abuse.
  • Early recognition of toxic-induced skeletal changes is crucial for patient management.
  • This case highlights the potential systemic toxicity of inhaled consumer products.