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==Computerized Tomography== | ==Computerized Tomography== | ||
The features seen on CT are the same as on plain film, but are simply better seen. | The features seen on CT are the same as on plain film, but are simply better seen. | ||
*94% of cases demonstrate matrix calcification. | *94% of cases demonstrate [[Calcification|matrix calcification]]. | ||
*Endosteal calcification. | *Endosteal calcification. | ||
*Cortical breach, seen in 88% of longbone chondrosarcoma. | *Cortical breach, seen in 88% of longbone chondrosarcoma. | ||
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Image:Chondrosarcoma 002.jpg|CT images demonstrate a large pelvic chondrosarcoma | Image:Chondrosarcoma 002.jpg|CT images demonstrate a large pelvic chondrosarcoma | ||
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==References== | ==References== | ||
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American Roentgen Ray Society Images of Chondrosarcoma CT |
Editor-In-Chief: C. Michael Gibson, M.S., M.D. [1]
Overview
On CT scan chondrosarcoma is characterized by matrix calcification, endosteal calcification, cortical breach, heterogenous contrast enhancement.
Computerized Tomography
The features seen on CT are the same as on plain film, but are simply better seen.
- 94% of cases demonstrate matrix calcification.
- Endosteal calcification.
- Cortical breach, seen in 88% of longbone chondrosarcoma.
- Soft tissue mass: density increases with increased grade of tumor due to increased cellularity.
- Heterogenous contrast enhancement.
(Images shown below are courtesy of RadsWiki)
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CT images demonstrate a large pelvic chondrosarcoma
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CT images demonstrate a large pelvic chondrosarcoma
