Abstract
The presence of metaplastic ossification within atypical lipomatous tumor/well-differentiated liposarcoma (ALT/WDLPS) is a rare occurrence. When present, bone formation is most often found in association with a dedifferentiated component arising within the primary tumor. It is important for the radiologist not only to recognize the differential diagnosis of a calcified or ossified soft tissue mass but also be aware of the various soft tissue neoplasms, both aggressive and non-aggressive, that may show such features. We report a case of ALT/WDLPS with unusual extensive metaplastic bone formation without an element of dedifferentiated liposarcoma.
Original language | English (US) |
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Pages (from-to) | 25-30 |
Number of pages | 6 |
Journal | Cancer Imaging |
Volume | 12 |
Issue number | 1 |
DOIs | |
State | Published - 2012 |
Keywords
- Atypical lipomatous tumor
- Metaplastic ossification
- Well-differentiated liposarcoma
ASJC Scopus subject areas
- Radiological and Ultrasound Technology
- Oncology
- Radiology Nuclear Medicine and imaging