Soft tissue hematoma - thigh

Case contributed by Maulik S Patel
Diagnosis almost certain

Presentation

Blunt trauma to thigh 15 days ago. Complaints of a local swelling for the past 5 days.

Patient Data

Age: 70 years
Gender: Female
x-ray

A soft tissue density lesion in mid-thigh on lateral aspect.

ultrasound

There is a well-defined collection noted in the subcutaneous plane which is compressible. The lesion is anechoic with thin septa within. A thin but well-formed capsule is seen.

Case Discussion

Features of hematoma.

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