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Scapular foramina.

D Pate, S Kursunoglu, D Resnick

    Skeletal Radiology
    |January 1, 1985
    PubMed
    Summary
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    Scapular foramina are rare bone defects that can mimic serious conditions like bone cancer. This study details their typical locations and radiographic appearance to aid accurate diagnosis.

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    Area of Science:

    • Anatomy
    • Radiology
    • Pathology

    Background:

    • Foramina in the scapula are uncommon but can present as radiolucent defects.
    • These defects can be mistaken for signs of skeletal metastasis or multiple myeloma.

    Purpose of the Study:

    • To define the typical locations and radiographic appearances of scapular foramina.
    • To differentiate scapular foramina from pathological bone lesions.

    Main Methods:

    • Radiographic and pathologic examination of 93 macerated modern and ancient scapulae.
    • Observation and documentation of foramina characteristics and locations.

    Main Results:

    • Foramina were found in 29% (27/93) of examined scapulae.
    • Four distinct locations were identified: superior border (ligament ossification), body (ossification disturbance), superior fossa (clasp-like), and superomedial border.

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  • Radiographic features were compared with normal vascular channels, thinning, and malignant lesions.

    • Conclusions:

    • Understanding the typical appearance and sites of scapular foramina is crucial for accurate diagnosis.
    • Distinguishing these benign foramina from metastatic disease prevents misdiagnosis.