Abdominal X-ray

Abnormal calcification

Conclusion

This brief tutorial has discussed the appearances of common abnormal calcification seen on abdominal X-ray. A knowledge of these appearances helps to avoid confusion. Often other investigations are more appropriate for assessing calcified structures in the abdomen.

 

Tutorial key points

  • Knowledge of the X-ray appearances of abnormal abdominal calcification is necessary to avoid confusion
  • Other imaging investigations are often more informative for assessing abdominal calcification

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