Periosteal hyperostosis resulting from prostaglandin therapy

Williams, J.L.

European Journal of Radiology 6(3): 231-232

1986


ISSN/ISBN: 0720-048X
PMID: 3769947
Document Number: 281934
Lamellated cortical hyperostosis about the long bones of a premature infant is usually an indication of trauma, congenital infection or Caffey disease. Prostaglandin preparations are now being used for extended periods of time to keep the ductus arteriosus open. As a result of the long-term use of this drug, bilaterally symmetric marked diaphyseal periosteal new bone can be induced.

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