CTICasesExuberant Calcinosis in Dermatomyositis
Imaging findings
Chest radiograph showed fine, dense reticular calcifications in the soft tissues along the chest wall. CT revealed exuberant subcutaneous and intramuscular calcification, primarily along muscular surfaces and abutting fascia, with associated soft tissue edema in the body wall.
Key takeaways
Calcinosis is a recognized complication of dermatomyositis, presenting as dense calcifications within the subcutaneous tissues, muscles, and fascial planes. These calcifications can be extensive and may be associated with soft tissue edema.
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