COVID-19 Pneumonia with a Focal Lung Lesion and a Periosteal Reaction Imitating a Neoplasm - Case Report

Abstract

Introduction: Computer Tomography (CT) findings of COVID-19 are well described in the literature and include predominantly peripheral, bilateral Ground-Glass Opacities (GGOs), combination of GGOs with consolidations, and/or septal thickening creating a “crazy-paving” pattern [1]. COVID-19 pneumonia may mimic different infectious and non-infectious diseases [2]. However, it is rare for pulmonary changes to be accompanied by osteal changes suggesting malignant etiology. It needs a special attention and vigilance in diagnostic process. COVID changes may have misleading character and implicates the diagnosis and treatment.