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Pulmonary nodular ossification: A rare and incidental autopsy finding
Pallavi Saraf1, Jyotsna Naresh Bharti2
1Department of Pathology, All India Institute of Medical Science, Jodhpur, Rajasthan, India.
Lung India : Official Organ of Indian Chest Society
|November 14, 2023
Summary
Pulmonary ossification, a rare metaplastic bone formation, is an incidental autopsy finding. Recognizing its forms is crucial for accurate lung pathology diagnosis.
Area of Science:
- Pathology
- Pulmonology
- Forensic Medicine
Background:
- Pulmonary ossification, or metaplastic bone formation, is a rare condition.
- It is typically an incidental post-mortem finding.
- Two forms exist: dendriform and nodular, often linked to systemic or lung diseases.
Observation:
- This report details an autopsy case of a 37-year-old male.
- Pulmonary ossification was discovered incidentally during the autopsy examination.
Findings:
- Histopathology confirmed the presence of pulmonary ossification.
- The case highlights the importance of recognizing this entity in autopsy findings.
Implications:
- Awareness of pulmonary ossification is vital for accurate differential diagnosis of lung pathologies.
- Histopathological examination is key to identifying this often dormant condition.
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