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Davis C, Rasuli B, Hacking C, Superficial bursae. Reference article, Radiopaedia.org (Accessed on 04 Dec 2024) https://doi.org/10.53347/rID-57883
Superficial bursae are those bursae that are located superficial to the fibrous fascia. They form in the months to years following birth, as a result of direct pressure or friction 1. An example is the olecranon bursa.
In contrast, deep bursae are located deep in the fibrous fascia.
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1. Zimmermann B, Mikolich DJ, Ho G. Septic bursitis. (1995) Seminars in arthritis and rheumatism. 24 (6): 391-410. Pubmed
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