Presentation
Swelling of the right thigh.
Patient Data
Age: 17 years
Gender: Male
From the case:
Dermatomyositis
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Lateral
Sheath-like calcifications extending along the posterior aspect of right thigh down to popliteal fossa. Considering the patient's age and the specific radiographic appearance, the findings are in keeping with juvenile dermatomyositis.
Case Discussion
This case shows the typical calcifications usually seen in juvenile dermatomyositis. Patients with juvenile dermatomyositis are at risk of developing calcinotic lesions that may hinder the muscle function, and can be treated by US guided irrigation and steroid injection.