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Calcinosis cutis is very rare disorder characterized by the deposition of calcium in the skin and subcutaneous tissue. Idiopathic calcinosis cutis has only rarely been reported in the literature. Here, we report cases of two healthy females 40 year old and 55 year old who presented with multiple asymptomatic hard nodules on the fingertips of their hands. Histopathological, radiological, and extensive blood investigations confirmed the diagnosis of idiopathic calcinosis cutis.
Tumoral Calcinosis Of Hand: A Rare Location With Unusual Presentation
The Internet Journal of Orthopedic Surgery, 2006
Tumoral Calcinosis is an entity characterised by large peri-articualar deposition of calcium phosphate that resembles a neoplasm. Although the aetiology remains obscure, this clinical entity is well established in literature. More than 300 case reports have been published in English literature, but isolated involvement of hand is extremely rare. We herein report a rare case of Tumoral Calcinosis in hand with a very unusual presentation. The clinical presentation posed a diagnostic problem, as it appeared to be infection till the radiograph revealed calcified nodular deposits. The calcific deposits were successfully removed surgically and patient had dramatic relief of symptoms. There was no disturbance of Calcium or phosphate metabolism and no family history of similar disorder was present. After two years of follow up, there was no recurrence and patient is symptom free.
Calcinosis Cutis of the Thigh: A Surgeon's Perspective and Recent Advances
Zenodo (CERN European Organization for Nuclear Research), 2022
Calcinosis cutis is a clinical condition in which calcium salts are deposited in the skin and subcutaneous tissue. It is classified into four major types-dystrophic, metastatic, iatrogenic and idiopathic. Clinically, non-specific skin nodules to cutaneous swellings are seen. Diagnosis of calcinosis cutis is difficult alone and the need for ancillary techniques likes histological examination, laboratory techniques to determine metabolic abnormalities and radiological examination including plain X-ray, CT scanning to demonstrate the extent of tissue calcification. We report a 72 year old female who presented with a painless swelling over the right thigh since 2 years. Biopsy revealed calcinosis cutis. Radiological imaging was suggestive of a lesion confined to the skin. We report a case of calcinosis cutis of the thigh with relevant discussion on the same. Calcinosis cutis of the thigh is a rare clinical entity with only a handful of cases reported till date. In this case report, we discuss about calcinosis cutis and throw light on the various types, clinical presentation, diagnosis and management of the same.
Calcinosis universalis: a rare diagnosis
Journal of Pediatric Orthopaedics B, 2005
Calcinosis universalis is characterized by the deposit of calcium salts in skin, subcutaneous tissue, tendons and muscles. Most cases become apparent during the first decade of life. Clinical aspects may vary from arthralgia to movement limitation, with calcification of soft tissues. Differential diagnosis should exclude fibrodysplasia ossificans progressive, progressive osseous heterodysplasia, myositis ossificans and dermatopolymyositis. There is no specific treatment, but the use of calcium chelates (EDTA), biphosphonates (disodium etidronate) and steroids are mentioned. This paper presents a review of the literature and adds a new case of calcinosis universalis and its evolution in 28 months, describing laboratory and radiograph findings and suggesting the differential diagnosis among processes of soft tissue calcification.
Idiopathic calcinosis cutis of the right iliac region: Common lesion at uncommon
Indian Journal of Case Reports, 2022
Calcinosis cutis is an uncommon soft tissue lesion characterized by the deposition of calcium salts in the skin or subcutaneous tissue attributed to a wide variety of causes. We present a case of idiopathic calcinosis cutis in an adult male, who presented with a swelling in the right iliac region. Chalky white aspirate and amorphous basophilic granular material on microscopy suggestive of calcium deposits were noted. Histopathological examination of the excised mass coupled with appropriate clinical background led to the final diagnosis of idiopathic calcinosis cutis. We present this case with a complete diagnostic workup to undermine the importance of considering this lesion in the differential diagnoses of a subcutaneous hard lump in an otherwise healthy patient.
Calcinosis Cutis: A Rare Case Report
Journal of Evidence Based Medicine and Healthcare, 2015
Calcinosis cutis is a condition of accumulation of calcium salts within the dermis. We are presenting a case of calcinosis cutis occurring in healthy individuals, with normal serum calcium and phosphorus levels.
Idiopathic Calcinosis Cutis of Hip: A Case Report and Review of Literature
International Journal of Recent Surgical and Medical Sciences
Calcinosis cutis is an uncommon disorder identified by the deposition of calcium in the skin and subcutaneous tissue. Idiopathic variety of calcinosis cutis is the one with no underlying damage at the tissue level or an absence of systemic derangement in the calcium and phosphorus metabolism. Here, we report a case of a 65-year-old female diagnosed with idiopathic calcinosis cutis of the hip after her calcium and phosphorus levels were found to be normal and no connective tissue disorder could be identified.
Clinicopathological study of 6 cases of idiopathic calcinosis cutis: A case series
Indian Journal of Pathology and Oncology
Calcinosis cutis is a rare, benign and usually asymptomatic condition which may involve any part of skin. Characterized histologically by deposition of calcium within the dermis. Can present at variable site with variable pathogenesis. This case series present the rare entity of idiopathic cutaneous calcinosis which can be diagnosed accurately with clinical, pathological and metabolic correlation, is completely curable by surgical excision and has an excellent prognosis.
https://www.ijhsr.org/IJHSR\_Vol.7\_Issue.4\_April2017/IJHSR\_Abstract.073.html, 2017
Calcinosis cutis is a rare soft tissue lesion characterized by the deposition of calcium salts. There are varied clinical settings attributed to calcium deposition and these can be subjected to fine-needle aspiration (FNA). Since cutaneous calcific deposits may clinically mimic a tumor, it is advisable to diagnose them by FNA cytology (FNAC) which is a rapid, reliable and simple procedure. Were ported three cases of idiopathic calcinosis cutis by FNA. Cytological finding of amorphous granular material consistent with calcium salts and the appropriate clinical background led to the cytodiagnosis of idiopathic calcinosis cutis further confirmed by special stains on cytosmears in all the three cases. Points of concern for a correct interpretation of the cytological findings along with review of literature are also discussed.