Presentation
Abnormal chest radiograph.
Patient Data
Age: 48 years old
Gender: Male
From the case:
Mediastinal lipomatosis
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Excessive fatty tissue deposition within the posterior mediastinum with anterior displacement of the esophagus.
Case Discussion
Mediastinal lipomatosis is where there is a deposition of a large amount of mature adipose tissue in the mediastinum. This patient had a history of steroid intake, which is one of the causes.
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