MRI FINDINGS IN IDIOPATHIC GLUTEAL FIBROSIS

Abstract

Gluteal fibrosis is usually secondary to intramuscular injections and rarely can be idiopathic in nature. Clinically characterized by proximal muscle weakness and in advanced cases groove can be seen in gluteal regions. It can mimic with other conditions like muscular dystrophies and poliomyelitis. MRI is a very valuable tool in diagnosing this disorder and is also helpful to exclude other conditions.