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http://dx.doi.org/10.3348/kjr.2018.19.6.1147

Imaging Features of Soft-Tissue Calcifications and Related Diseases: A Systematic Approach  

Hwang, Zhen-An (Department of Radiology, Wan Fang Hospital, Taipei Medical University)
Suh, Kyung Jin (Department of Radiology, Dongguk University Gyeongju Hospital)
Chen, Dillon (Department of Radiology, University of California)
Chan, Wing P. (Department of Radiology, Wan Fang Hospital, Taipei Medical University)
Wu, Jim S. (Department of Radiology, Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center)
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Korean Journal of Radiology / v.19, no.6, 2018 , pp. 1147-1160 More about this Journal
Abstract
Soft-tissue calcification refers to a broad category of lesions. Calcifications are frequently identified by radiologists in daily practice. Using a simple algorithm based on the distribution pattern of the lesions and detailed clinical information, these calcified lesions can be systematically evaluated. The distribution pattern of the calcific deposits enables initial division into calcinosis circumscripta and calcinosis universalis. Using laboratory test results (serum calcium and phosphate levels) and clinical history, calcinosis circumscripta can be further categorized into four subtypes: dystrophic, iatrogenic, metastatic, and idiopathic calcification. This pictorial essay presents a systematic approach to the imaging features of soft-tissue calcifications and related diseases.
Keywords
Calcification; Radiograph; Soft tissue;
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