[Localized interstitial calcinosis (author's transl)]

Area of Science:

• Orthopedics
• Radiology
• Pathology

Background:

• A 50-year-old patient presented with lower leg soft tissue calcification.
• The condition was examined in the context of a gunshot fracture sustained during World War II.

Observation:

• The patient exhibited unusual soft tissue calcification in the lower leg.
• The calcification was evaluated in relation to a historical traumatic injury.

Findings:

• The case highlights the potential for delayed soft tissue calcification following significant trauma.
• Differential diagnoses considered include localized interstitial calcinosis and myositis ossificans.

Implications:

• This case underscores the importance of considering long-term sequelae of wartime injuries.
• Understanding such presentations aids in accurate diagnosis and management of rare calcification disorders.