Calcific tendinitis

Case contributed by Ammar Haouimi
Diagnosis almost certain

Presentation

Chronic left shoulder pain. No history of trauma.

Patient Data

Age: 35 years
Gender: Female
x-ray

Well-defined calcification at the humeral insertion of the supraspinatus tendon.

Normally aligned glenohumeral joint. Normal appearance of the acromioclavicular joint.

Case Discussion

Case illustrating the classic appearance of calcific tendinitis of the supraspinatus tendon.

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