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    EDUCATION EXHIBITFree Access

    Selections from the Buffet of Food Signs in Radiology

    Published Online:Nov 1 2002https://doi.org/10.1148/rg.226025521

    Abstract

    Certain pathologic conditions have classic radiologic manifestations that resemble various types of food. These “food signs” are highly memorable and easily recognizable and include findings that resemble various fruits and vegetables; meat, fish, and egg dishes; pasta, rice, grains, and bread (carbohydrates); desserts, cakes, and candy; and dishes, cutlery, condiments, and so on. It is important that radiologists recognize these classic signs, which will allow confident diagnosis on the basis of imaging findings alone or narrowing of the differential diagnosis.

    © RSNA, 2002

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    Published in print: Nov 2002