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Dermatomyositis

Case contributed by Maulik S Patel
Diagnosis possible

Presentation

Fall one week ago. Complaining of backache.

Patient Data

Age: 55 years
Gender: Female
x-ray

Diffuse soft tissue calcification of the posterolatearl aspect of the pelvis. Upper lumber spine crush fractures. 

Case Discussion

Diffuse irregular calcification in soft tissue noted - possibly representing dermatomyositis.

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