Intraosseous lipoma of the calcaneus: A case report and review of the literature
Central Unit of Radiology, Ibn Rochd University Hospital, Casablanca, Morocco.
Case Study
World Journal of Biology Pharmacy and Health Sciences, 2024, 19(02), 364–367.
Article DOI: 10.30574/wjbphs.2024.19.2.0481
Publication history:
Received on 22 June 2024; revised on 02 August 2024; accepted on 05 August 2024
Abstract:
Intraosseous lipoma of the calcaneus is a rare benign primary tumor. It presents a problem of differential diagnosis with solitary lytic image on standard radiography. CT and MRI can reveal the fatty nature of these lesions. The appearance is typical for stage 2 lipomas achieving the cockade sign, although stage 3 may require pathological verification.
Keywords:
Intra osseous lipoma; Calcaneus; Cockade sign; CT; MRI.
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