The “snowflake sign” in liver brucellosis refers to a characteristic appearance on radiological imaging. It is caused by a calcified granuloma within the liver, resulting from a chronic Brucella infection. This calcification often has a distinctive “snowflake” pattern due to its radiating, irregular shape. This sign can be a valuable clue in diagnosing hepatic brucellosis, especially in regions where the disease is endemic.
The snowflake sign
Tiralongo, FrancescoSecondo
;Farina, Renato;David, Emanuele;Basile, Antonio
2025-01-01
Abstract
The “snowflake sign” in liver brucellosis refers to a characteristic appearance on radiological imaging. It is caused by a calcified granuloma within the liver, resulting from a chronic Brucella infection. This calcification often has a distinctive “snowflake” pattern due to its radiating, irregular shape. This sign can be a valuable clue in diagnosing hepatic brucellosis, especially in regions where the disease is endemic.File in questo prodotto:
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