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==Key CT Findings for Lipoma== | ==Key CT Findings for Lipoma== | ||
CT scan is | * CT scan is useful in diagnosing intestinal lipomas | ||
* On CT, lipoma is seen as a well delineated mass with absorption density characteristic of fatty tissue. | |||
* Intussuscepted lipoma can also be seen. | |||
* CT scan can also differentiate lipoma from liposarcoma. | |||
==Examples of CT Findings for Lipoma== | ==Examples of CT Findings for Lipoma== | ||
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Editor-In-Chief: C. Michael Gibson, M.S., M.D. [1]
Overview
CT scan is needed if there is suspicion of liposarcoma.
Key CT Findings for Lipoma
- CT scan is useful in diagnosing intestinal lipomas
- On CT, lipoma is seen as a well delineated mass with absorption density characteristic of fatty tissue.
- Intussuscepted lipoma can also be seen.
- CT scan can also differentiate lipoma from liposarcoma.