Bony sequestrum (mnemonic)

Last revised by Daniel J Bell on 7 Feb 2019

Mnemonics to help remember common causes of bony sequestrum include:

  • E-FILM
  • LIFE
  • FILE

Mnemonics

E-FILM
LIFE/FILE

NB: osteoid osteoma may mimic the appearance of a sequestrum when the nidus is partially calcified

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