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Calcified fetus

Case contributed by: Dr Morlie L Wang

Presentation:

X-ray of KUB region done for non-specific colicky pain.

Patient Data:

Age: 34
Gender: Female
Race: Other
Modality: X-ray

A large calcified structure, is seen with curvatures and features similar to fetal morphology.

Case Discussion:

This is also known as calcified fetus, lithopedion baby or "stone" baby.

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