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Pleural calcification in pancreatitis demonstrated by computed tomography
Journal of Computer Assisted Tomography
|April 1, 1981
Summary
Pleural calcification, a rare finding, was observed in three patients with pancreatitis. This calcification, appearing as bilateral basal curvilinear deposits, was not linked to asbestos exposure.
Area of Science:
- Pulmonology
- Gastroenterology
- Radiology
Background:
- Pancreatitis is a well-documented cause of pleural effusion.
- The association between pancreatitis and pleural abnormalities is recognized, primarily concerning effusions.
Observation:
- Three cases presented with bilateral basal curvilinear pleural calcification.
- No history of asbestos exposure was identified in these patients.
Findings:
- Pleural calcification is reported as a potential complication of pancreatitis.
- The observed calcification pattern was bilateral and curvilinear, located at the lung bases.
Implications:
- This finding expands the spectrum of pleural complications associated with pancreatitis.
- Further research is needed to understand the mechanism and clinical significance of pleural calcification in pancreatitis.