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Foreign-body abscesses presenting as soft-tissue tumours: two case reports

P C Ferguson1, R S Bell, A M Davis

  • 1Musculoskeletal Oncology Unit, Mount Sinai Hospital, Toronto, Ont.

Canadian Journal of Surgery. Journal Canadien De Chirurgie
|December 1, 1994
PubMed
Summary

Foreign bodies in extremities can mimic soft-tissue sarcomas. Imaging may be nonspecific, making diagnosis challenging without a clear history of foreign-body reaction.

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Area of Science:

  • Orthopedic Surgery
  • Radiology
  • Pathology

Background:

  • Foreign bodies in extremities can manifest as bony extensions of soft-tissue masses.
  • Accurate diagnosis is crucial to differentiate from primary soft-tissue sarcomas.

Observation:

  • Wooden foreign bodies are challenging to detect with standard imaging modalities like computed tomography (CT) and magnetic resonance imaging (MRI).
  • These imaging techniques often yield nonspecific findings, particularly for smaller foreign bodies.
  • Two case reports highlight the diagnostic difficulties encountered.

Findings:

  • Foreign-body reactions in soft tissues can present radiographically similar to sarcomas.
  • Absence of a clear history and suggestive imaging findings complicates the distinction.

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  • Small or radiolucent foreign bodies may be missed by conventional imaging.

    • Implications:

    • Enhanced awareness and clinical suspicion are necessary for diagnosing foreign bodies presenting as soft-tissue masses.
    • Advanced imaging or alternative diagnostic methods may be required for suspected cases.
    • Misdiagnosis can lead to inappropriate treatment, emphasizing the importance of thorough evaluation.