Myositis ossificans progressiva

Case contributed by Frank Gaillard
Diagnosis certain
x-ray

Extensive ossification overlying the left side of the neck and in the paravertebral tissues.

Case Discussion

Note the extensive ossification overlying the left side of the neck and in the paravertebral tissues. This child had myositis ossificans progressiva.

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