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Tumoral calcinosis: radiologic-pathologic correlation

L S Steinbach1, J O Johnston, E F Tepper

  • 1Department of Radiology, University of California San Francisco 94143, USA.

Skeletal Radiology
|November 1, 1995
PubMed
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Tumoral calcinosis, often misdiagnosed, presents distinct radiologic features. Key findings include dense calcified masses with a "chicken wire" pattern, aiding differentiation from other calcified lesions.

Area of Science:

  • Radiology
  • Pathology
  • Oncology

Background:

  • Tumoral calcinosis is a rare condition characterized by calcium deposits.
  • It is frequently misdiagnosed due to overlapping features with other calcified lesions.
  • Accurate diagnosis relies on understanding its unique radiologic and pathologic characteristics.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To detail the radiologic and pathologic features of tumoral calcinosis.
  • To differentiate tumoral calcinosis from other calcified lesions.
  • To improve diagnostic accuracy for tumoral calcinosis.

Main Methods:

  • Review of radiologic and pathologic findings from 12 tumoral calcinosis patients.
  • Comparison with 5 patients with other calcified lesions.

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  • Analysis of medical records for patient demographics and clinical history.

    • Main Results:

    • Tumoral calcinosis showed dense, homogeneous calcified masses with a "chicken wire" pattern of lucencies.
    • Histology correlated lucencies with thin fibrous septae.
    • Fluid-calcium levels and smooth osseous erosions were observed in some cases.
    • Retrospective analysis confirmed characteristic radiologic findings despite initial misdiagnosis in 5 cases.

    Conclusions:

    • The "chicken wire" pattern is a consistent radiologic hallmark of tumoral calcinosis.
    • Associated features like fluid-calcium levels and osseous erosions further support the diagnosis.
    • Radiologic and pathologic correlation is crucial for distinguishing tumoral calcinosis from mimics.