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Can a soft tissue ultrasound and x ray of the tibia show abnormalities like bone tumor or a cyst?

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Yes, to an extent,,,: Both of these exam techniques can be used to look for things like tumors and cysts. The X Ray is very often used for tumors of the bone and lung while the Ultrasound can be used for ovarian and liver lesions.

Dr Haghighat agreed

Answered 2/20/2016

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