Presentation
Preoperative chest x-ray
Patient Data
Age: 40 years
Gender: Female
From the case:
Rhomboid fossa of the clavicle
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The lungs and pleural spaces are clear. Cardiomediastinal contours and hilar regions within normal limits. Incidental prominant left rhomboid fossa of the clavicle on the left - a normal variant.
Case Discussion
At the attachment of the costoclavicular (rhomboid) ligament, there may be a tuberosity or depression, known as the rhomboid fossa of variable size that may mimic disease. A rhomboid fossa is more common in younger adults and males.