Diaphragmatic hernia is an unusual finding, especially in emergency settings and in the absence of trauma. Imaging plays a crucial role, with various CT signs of diaphragmatic rupture having been described, including the "dangling diaphragm," "absent diaphragm," "collar sign," "hump sign," "fascia sign," and "dependent viscera sign". We report an unusual case of a 53-year-old woman who presented with exertional dyspnea and asthenia.
View Article and Find Full Text PDFRetroperitoneal synovial sarcoma is extremely rare, with only a few cases reported in the literature. The diagnosis is often made late, due to anatomical considerations, with common symptoms including low back pain and weight loss. Imaging is critical for diagnosis, often revealing a heterogenous mass with the "triple sign" and calcifications.
View Article and Find Full Text PDFMelorheostosis is a rare benign bone dysplasia characterized by dysostosis and sclerosis. The classic "dripping candle wax" appearance on imaging is a typical finding for the diagnosis. The authors report the case of a patient presenting with a hard and painful mass on the dorsal side of the hand.
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