Alban Wei Shern Leong, J. Langdon, Vivek Malhotra, U. Mandalia
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Abstract
Melorheostosis is a rare bone dysplasia of unknown etiology with an incidence of 0.9 cases per million. It typically affects the upper or lower limbs and can cause severe deformity and functional impairment. Diagnosis is radiological and is often described as a “flowing candle wax” appearance on the radiograph. Treatment is individualized depending on the site and severity of symptoms. We report a rare case of spinal melorheostosis. We demonstrate the imaging features of melorheostosis on CT and MRI. We discuss the classification, genetics, and management of this condition.
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The Journal of Clinical Imaging Science (JCIS) is an open access peer-reviewed journal committed to publishing high-quality articles in the field of Imaging Science. The journal aims to present Imaging Science and relevant clinical information in an understandable and useful format. The journal is owned and published by the Scientific Scholar. Audience Our audience includes Radiologists, Researchers, Clinicians, medical professionals and students. Review process JCIS has a highly rigorous peer-review process that makes sure that manuscripts are scientifically accurate, relevant, novel and important. Authors disclose all conflicts, affiliations and financial associations such that the published content is not biased.
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