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