Detailed analysis of elastofibroma dorsi cases detected incidentally on thorax CT

Authors : Ali Köksal, Berin Tuğtağ Demir, Fatih Çankal

Pages : 579-584

Doi:10.47582/jompac.1344338

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Publication Date : 2023-10-27

Article Type : Research Paper

Abstract :Aim: Elastofibroma dorsi (ED) is a benign pseudotumor detected by CT and/or MRI due to the penetration of fibrous and fatty tissues between the muscle structures and is more common in elderly people, especially in women, with subscapular topography. This study investigated the prevalence of elastofibroma dorsi in large series and CT findings. Material and Methods: A total of 469 patients (212 women, 257 men) who underwent thoracic CT for various reasons were included in this study. The presence, dimensions, contour and density of ED were investigated in these patients. Results: The mean age of 469 patients was 54.51±17.42 (18-88 years). Elastofibroma was detected in 15.4% (n=72) of these patients. It was determined that 69.9% (n=51) of the patients with ED were female, and the mean age of these patients was 63.21±15.72. ED was usually isodense in both sexes. Again, in both sexes, ED was more regularly contoured, and the fat planes between adjacent muscle structures were usually closed. Conclusion: Additional studies are not required when the lesion is typical and asymptomatic on CT scans. However, surgical treatment may be recommended if the lesion is symptomatic or if doubt remains regarding the benign nature of the lesion.
Keywords : Elastofibroma dorsi, BT, Prevelans