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Bone island

Case contributed by Frank Gaillard
Diagnosis almost certain

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A prominent region of focal sclerosis in the upper thoracic spine almost certainly a bone island. 

Case Discussion

Bone islands are common and if possible should not result in extensive and unnecessary workup for sinister sclerotic lesions. 

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