The Man with the ‘Horse Collar’ Neck

Explore a case of diffuse, nonencapsulated fatty deposits. Learn about the diagnosis of Madelung’s disease and the key historical factor associated with it.

Alcohol dependency


This patient with diffuse, nonencapsulated fatty deposits is most likely to have a history of which one of the following?

What is the most likely diagnosis?

Alcohol dependency
Hypercalcemia
Renal insufficiency
Rheumatoid arthritis
Tuberculosis

Alcohol dependency, Endocrinology, Lipomatosis, Madelung’s disease, Physical Examination

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