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Ghon lesion

Dr Frank Gaillard et al.

A Ghon lesion represents a calcified tuberculous caseating granuloma (tuberculoma) and represents the sequelae of primary tuberculosis infection.

When associated with a calcified ipsilateral hilar node it is known as a Ranke complex.

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