Acute Calcific Tendonitis Flashcards

1
Q

define

A

calcium deposition in the supraspinatus tendon

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2
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presentation

A

acute onset shoulder pain

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3
Q

diagnosis

A

XR- deposits seen proximal to greater tuberosity

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4
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management

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  • self limiting (pain eases as calcification resorbs)

- subacromial steroid and LA injections

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