Korean J Obstet Gynecol.  2011 Feb;54(2):123-126. 10.5468/KJOG.2011.54.2.123.

Calcinosis circumscripta of the both salpinx: A case report

• Kim YA
• Kim HS
• Chang DY
• Jun KC
• Jeon MK
• Lee ES

• KMID: 2037504
• DOI: http://doi.org/10.5468/KJOG.2011.54.2.123

Abstract

Calcinosis circumscripta is defined by calcification in soft tissues. Clinically, calcinosis circumscripta is described as firm, white dermal papules, plaques, or subcutaneous nodules found in various sites. They commonly ulcerate, extruding a chalky white material that is frequently identified as hydroxyapatite. Calcinosis circumscripta most commonly involves the hand and wrist of middle-aged woman. The etiology and pathogenesis of calcinosis circumscripta are unknown. We experienced a case of calcinosis circumscrpita of salpinx which was suspected ovarian tumor. Calcinosis circumscripta is extremely rare in gynecologic area. Here we report the case with review of literature.

Keyword

Calcinosis circumscripta; Salpinx

MeSH Terms

Calcinosis
Durapatite
Fallopian Tubes
Female
Hand
Humans
Ulcer
Wrist
Durapatite

Figure

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  Fig. 1 Ultrasound showing the low echogenic mass (7.6×4.4×3.8 cm) with 2 chamber cysts of left ovary.

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  Fig. 2 A laparoscopic view of cul-de-sac (A). Chalky white material of left salpinx (B) and nodular mass of right salpinx (C) were noted. Postoperative view of cul-de-sac (D).

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  Fig. 3 Histologic finding. Well-circumscribed calcified nodules (arrows) within the muscular layer of the salpinx were noted (H&E, ×10).

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