Post-laparotomy heterotopic ossification of the xiphoid process: A case report

Figure 1 Computerized tomography images showing heterotopic ossification (arrow). A: A 10 cm-sized ossification was located along the laparotomy scar six months after surgery; B: A slight increase in size was observed one year after surgery.

Figure 2 Excision of heterotopic ossification. A: The structure originated from the xiphoid process, extending inferiorly along the midline of the abdomen; B: The 11 cm-sized ossification was excised completely; C: Bone wax was applied to the excisional margin.

Figure 3 An abdominal computerized tomographic scan, taken one year after excision, showing no sign of recurred heterotopic ossification.