Various Tumor-Mimicking Lesions in the Musculoskeletal System: Causes and Diagnostic Approach
Korean Journal of Radiology
; : 220-231, 2011.
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ABSTRACT
Tumor-mimicking lesions in the musculoskeletal system can be defined as lesions mistaken as tumors due to the presence of palpation upon physical examination or a tumor-like appearance upon radiological examination. Moreover, tumor-mimicking lesions show diverse etiologies and anatomic locations. We illustrated the various tumor-mimicking lesions involving bone and soft tissue. In this review, the tumor-mimicking lesions were classified into those based on clinical examination and those based on radiological examination in musculoskeletal radiology. Awareness of the various causes of tumor-mimicking lesions, correctly obtaining clinical information, and the proper selection of imaging modality are important for the differentiation of tumor-mimicking lesions from true neoplasms.
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Assunto principal:
Exame Físico
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Neoplasias de Tecidos Moles
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Neoplasias Ósseas
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Diagnóstico por Imagem
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Doenças Musculoesqueléticas
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Neoplasias Musculares
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Diagnóstico Diferencial
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Diagnostic_studies
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Etiology_studies
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Humans
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En
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Korean Journal of Radiology
Ano de publicação:
2011
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Article