ABSTRACT
Slipping rib syndrome (SRS) disorder is the hypermobility of the costal cartilages attached to the floating ribs. Causes include weakness of the interchondral ligaments, and less commonly congenital rib deformities or direct trauma. Due to its location (right upper quadrant) and symptomatic presentation, the differential for this syndrome is especially broad, and as a result, even though this syndrome may make up to 5% of visits for lower chest/upper abdominal pain, it is frequently underdiagnosed, and patients often undergo excessive workup. Treatment includes conservative management, physical therapy, intercostal nerve blocks and for refractory cases, surgical intervention. We describe a case of a 43-year-old female presenting with Slipping Rib Syndrome (SRS) that was confirmed with an ultrasound. In this case report, we discuss presentation of SRS, diagnostic maneuvers and image finding of SRS, and the treatment of SRS.
ABSTRACT
Desmoid tumors (fibromatoses) are rare but locally aggressive tumors that do not metastasize. They are non-encapsulated, well-differentiated lesions made of fibroblasts and collagen, which mainly appear in the mesentery and abdominal wall. Rarely, these tumors can also occur in breasts, making up approximately 0.2% of all breast neoplasms. Treatment typically includes surgical excision and/or medical management. We describe a case of a 31-year-old female presenting with a mass in her left axilla that was biopsy proven to be a desmoid tumor. In this case report, we discuss the various imaging findings present on ultrasound, mammography, computed tomography, and magnetic resonance imaging.
