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Editor-In-Chief: C. Michael Gibson, M.S., M.D. [1] Associate Editor(s)-in-Chief: Sahar Memar Montazerin, M.D.[2]

Overview

On CT, the lipoma is seen as a well-delineated mass with absorption density characteristic of fatty tissue.

CT Scan

• CT scan is useful in diagnosing lipomas.
• On CT, the 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 a lipoma from liposarcoma.

Examples of CT Findings for Lipoma

Bulky pedunculated lipomas protruding into the lumen of the colon, Case courtesy of Dr Domenico Nicoletti, Radiopaedia.org, rID: 49137

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