Multiple persistent circumscribed pulmonary hematomas due to a blunt chest trauma.
case_report · Level V
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Abstract
A case of multiple sharply circumscribed pulmonary hematomas ("coin" lesions) following blunt, non-penetrating thoracic trauma, is reported. The finding mimicked cancerous "cannon ball" metastatic deposits. A computed tomographic scan combined with puncture biopsy provided the correct diagnosis. Spontaneous complete resolution of the hematomas took 3 years.
Medical subject headings
- Hematoma
- Lung Injury
- Rib Fractures
- Solitary Pulmonary Nodule
- Wounds, Nonpenetrating