Open AccessPeritendinitis calcarea of flexor carpi ulnaris
Author(s) -
RW Gandee,
R. Brent Harrison,
P M Dee
Publication year - 1979
Publication title -
american journal of roentgenology
Language(s) - Uncategorized
Resource type - Journals
SCImago Journal Rank - 1.294
H-Index - 196
eISSN - 1546-3141
pISSN - 0361-803X
DOI - 10.2214/ajr.133.6.1139
Subject(s) - medicine , flexor carpi ulnaris , extensor carpi ulnaris , calcification , calcific tendinitis , radiography , calcinosis , anatomy , radiology , wrist , ulnar nerve , elbow , rotator cuff
Calcific tendinitis of the flexor carpi ulnaris presents a characteristic radiographic appearance of amorphous calcification near the pisiform. This calcification frequently is associated with acute symptoms and may be related to certain occupations and hobbies. Knowledge of the pertinent anatomic and radiographic criteria permits accurate diagnosis.