Crowned dens syndrome

Case contributed by Michael Salvador D. Cabato
Diagnosis probable

Presentation

Incidentally noted in a patient with a history of a fall. Also seen in this patient (not shown) are multiple craniofacial fractures and parenchymal contusion hematomas.

Patient Data

Age: 80 years
Gender: Male
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Faint calcifications surround the dens in a "crown"-like fashion. 

Case Discussion

Faint calcifications lining the dens are usually associated with calcium pyrophosphate dihydrate deposition disease or hydroxyapatite deposition disease.

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