Magnetic Resonance Diagnosis of an Occult Metastatic Colon Carcinoma of the Calcaneus

Distal bone metastases from rectal cancer are uncommon. Our case report is from a patient with rectal carcinoma who presented with symptomatic middle finger metastases, and we describe the clinical characteristics of this presentation and the treatment provided. Metastases in bone tissues are a sign of a grave prognostic outcome due to the association of this with advanced terminal disease. Palliative treatment for symptom relief is the only option in this situation.

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Magnetic Resonance Diagnosis of an Occult Metastatic Colon Carcinoma of the Calcaneus

Abstract: This is a case report which shows the potential benefit of magnetic resonance imaging in accurately visualizing occult metastatic lesions to bone. The case involves a relatively young patient with metastatic colon carcinoma to the calcaneus who ultimately required amputation.

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