A 60-year-old man has his left forearm amputated because he has invasive rhabdomyosarcoma. The pathologist notes calcification in the wall of the radial aery, which otherwise appears unremarkable. Which of the following is the appropriate diagnosis?
Correct Answer: Monckeberg medial sclerosis
Description: Monckeberg medial sclerosis is characterized by calcification of the media of large and medium-sized aeries of older persons who are not otherwise affected by atherosclerosis . On gross examination, the involved aeries are hard and dilated. These aerial changes are usually asymptomatic. None of the other choices display calcification.
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