Pseudo Tumoral Calcinosis and Renal Ostedystrophy in Pathien under Hemodialysis: About a Case

Abstract

Pseudo tumoral calcinosis is a rare affection, characterized by the deposition of calcium phosphate crystals in peri- articular soft tissues, forming giant mass, calcified and appearing as a compressive tumor. This affection can be hereditary of secondary to chronic renal failure undergoing hemodialysis. In this case, this affection is included in renal osteodystrophy. Radiology is the key for the diagnosis. We herein report the case of 68 years old, with chronic hemodialysis history, presenting with a latero-cervical mass, evolving since one year. CT showed diverse locations of pseudo tumoral calcinosis, associated to renal osteodystrophy and surgical resection was indicated for symptomatic locations.