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Differential diagnosis of tumours and tumour-like lesions of the infrapatellar (Hoffa’s) fat pad: pictorial review with an emphasis on MR imaging

Authors: C. Helpert, A. M. Davies, N. Evans, R. J. Grimer

Published in: European Radiology | Issue 12/2004

Abstract

A variety of intrinsic and extrinsic tumours and tumour-like conditions may affect the infrapatellar (Hoffa’s) fat pad (IFP). MR imaging is the technique of choice in evaluating these conditions, but correlation with radiographs is important to identify those lesions producing mineralization. This pictorial review illustrates the spectrum of mass-like lesions that can affect the IFP, emphasizing the radiographic and MR findings that suggest a specific diagnosis.

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Title: Differential diagnosis of tumours and tumour-like lesions of the infrapatellar (Hoffa’s) fat pad: pictorial review with an emphasis on MR imaging
Authors: C. Helpert
A. M. Davies
N. Evans
R. J. Grimer
Publication date: 01-12-2004
Publisher: Springer-Verlag
Published in: European Radiology / Issue 12/2004
Print ISSN: 0938-7994
Electronic ISSN: 1432-1084
DOI: https://doi.org/10.1007/s00330-004-2491-1

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Differential diagnosis of tumours and tumour-like lesions of the infrapatellar (Hoffa’s) fat pad: pictorial review with an emphasis on MR imaging

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