Publications by authors named "Chrysanthi Zouli"
Background: Mönckeberg sclerosis is a form of calcification of the tunica media of small and medium size arteries. It occurs more often in the peripheral arteries of the lower limbs and it has been associated with diabetes and renal disease. Although there are a few reports of Mönckeberg sclerosis in thyroid vessels, there are no data regarding its significance in thyroid disease.
View Article and Find Full Text PDFPurpose: Brown tumors, also known as cystic fibrosa, are rare, benign, osteolytic, fibrotic lesions of the bones that occur secondary to hyperparathyroidism. They are caused by increased osteoclastic activity leading to an abnormal bone metabolism.
Case Description: Here, we present the case of a 58-year-old male, who presented with painful bony lesions, initially attributed to metastatic disease.