Multiple symmetric lipomatosis in the Chinese: ultrasound, CT and MR imaging |
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Authors: | TK Loke CK Yung TL Chow SS Lo CS Chan |
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Affiliation: | Department of Diagnostic Radiology, United Christian Hospital, Kwun Tong, Hong Kong. |
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Abstract: | We report four cases of multiple symmetric lipomatosis in the Chinese population. We believe that multiple symmetric lipomatosis in the Chinese is not uncommon and may be related to the increasing incidence of alcoholism. The ultrasound appearances of these lipomatous masses are presented for the first time. Heterogeneous echogenic masses with fine fibrous strands that insinuate around fascial planes, lymph nodes and vascular tissues are typical findings. Unlike diseases affecting the Western population, multiple symmetric lipomatosis in the Chinese appears to be limited to the head and neck. |
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