Around 20ml of contrast solution was administered directly into the left shoulder under flouroscopic guidance.
Optimal distension of the joint capsule is evident.
Linear T2W hyperintense area inside the distal supraspinatus tendon is noted, measuring around 15 mm in lenght, with no clear communication with joint space and subdeltoid bursa, all consistent with interstitial partial tear. There is no associated muscular atrophy.
Other rotator cuff tendons are intact. Small resorptive cysts inside humeral head near the attachment of infraspinatus tendon are visible.
No evidence of labral and long head biceps tendon pathology. Preserved cartilage of glenohumeral joint.
Mild degenerative changes of AC joint, with no secondary subacromial impingement.