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. 2013 Aug 1;7(8):10–17. doi: 10.3941/jrcr.v7i8.1458

Table 1.

Summary table for voriconazole-induced periostitis

Etiology Likely fluoride excess
Incidence Unknown, however a small case control study of 20 patients noted radiographic evidence in 50%
Gender Ratio No specific gender predilection noted
Age Predilection Predominantly middle-aged adults
Risk Factors Chronic voriconazole exposure
Treatment Cessation of voriconazole therapy
Prognosis Resolution of symptoms and radiographic findings following withdrawal of the medication
Findings on Imaging Dense, irregular, bulky periosteal new bone formation on radiograph/CT. Associated increased uptake on Tc-99m MDP whole body bone scan