Monday, December 10, 2012

Enostosis - Bone island

Commonly known as bone island

Mature cortical bone within the medulla
Due to failure of resorption during endochondral ossification
Asymptomatic

Features:
CT/Radiograph: 
- Spiculated margin - blends with the surrounding trabecular bone
- Dense sclerotic focus
MR:
- All sequences: Very low SI
Scintigraphy
- Typically no activity. Some may have increased activity

DDx:
- Dense osteoid osteoma
- Osteoblastoma

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