Giant Infrascapular Rheumatoid Nodules Mimicking Elastofibroma Dorsi: A Case Report

Abstract

Rheumatoid nodules are the most common extra-articular presentations of rheumatoid arthritis. Although rheumatoid nodules can develop anywhere in the body, they develop most commonly in the subcutaneous region, where they are easily exposed to repetitive trauma or pressure. However, an infrascapular presentation has not yet been reported. We report a case of giant bilateral rheumatoid nodules that developed in the infrascapular area, complicating its distinction from elastofibroma dorsi on radiological examination.

Keywords

• rheumatoid nodule
• thoracic wall
• rheumatoid arthritis