Calcific Myonecrosis of the Leg: A Clinical and Diagnostic Dilemma
Background: Calcific myonecrosis (CMN) is a rare condition, often considered to be a late sequela of antecedent trauma. Case Report: We describe here our experience in managing a 56-year-old male referred with a painless swelling on the lateral aspect of the left lower leg with a suspicion of a tumour. Results: Clinical and imaging features were classic of CMN. Conclusion: Clinical assessment, role of ultrasound scan in reaching a diagnosis and the management are highlighted.
Authors
- Rajesh Botchu (ORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0001-7998-2980)
- Mohsin Hussein (ORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0003-4275-8699)
- Karthikeyan P. Iyengar (ORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0002-4379-1266)
- David Beale
Institutions
- Southport and Ormskirk Hospital NHS Trust (GB)
- Royal Orthopaedic Hospital (GB)
- University Hospitals of Leicester NHS Trust (GB)
- West Heath Hospital (GB)
Publication Details
- Journal
- Apollo Medicine
- Published
- 2024-09-21
- DOI
- https://doi.org/10.1177/09760016241281510
- Primary Topic
- Bone and Joint Diseases
- Type
- article
- Field-Weighted Citation Impact
- 0.00