Selections from the Buffet of Food Signs in Radiology

Authors:
  • DODavid P. O’kEeffe
    David P. O’kEeffe
  • WLW. Kit Lee
    W. Kit Lee
  • VDVinay A. Duddalwar
    Vinay A. Duddalwar
  • WTWilliam C. Torreggiani
    William C. Torreggiani
  • JCJohn M. Curtis
    John M. Curtis
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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.

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