Diffuse idiopathic skeletal hyperostosis (DISH)

Case contributed by Maulik S Patel
Diagnosis almost certain

Presentation

Backache.

Patient Data

Age: 60 years
Gender: Male

Ossification of anterior longitudinal ligament is noted from C4 to D1 level. Ossification of posterior longitudinal ligament is noted from C1-C2 to C4 level.

Ossifications is noted abutting anterior aspect of D10 to L4 vertebral levels.

Case Discussion

Classical findings of diffuse idiopathic skeletal hyperostosis (DISH).

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