Sketched x-rays: Calcinosis universalis

Eur J Pediatr. 2012 Oct;171(10):1577-8. doi: 10.1007/s00431-012-1801-x. Epub 2012 Jul 31.

Abstract

Calcinosis universalis (CU) is a known complication of dermatomyositis manifesting as calcified nodules and plaques localized in subcutaneous tissue, fascial planes, tendons, or intramuscular regions. We report a case and image of CU in a 9-year-old boy diagnosed with juvenile dermatomyositis (JDM).

Publication types

  • Case Reports

MeSH terms

  • Calcinosis / diagnostic imaging
  • Calcinosis / etiology*
  • Child
  • Dermatomyositis / complications*
  • Dermatomyositis / diagnostic imaging
  • Fascia / diagnostic imaging
  • Fatal Outcome
  • Humans
  • Male
  • Muscular Diseases / diagnostic imaging
  • Muscular Diseases / etiology*
  • Radiography