Conoid tubercle

Case contributed by Doyin Olusunmade
Diagnosis certain

Presentation

Severe shoulder pain and stiffness. Associated limitation of shoulder movements.

Patient Data

Age: 50 years
Gender: Female
x-ray

Bony projection on the inferior border of the lateral third of the clavicle articulating with the coracoid process.

Case Discussion

The conoid tubercle is a normal anatomical variant. It is the insertion point of the conoid ligament. Most cases are asymptomatic. Symptomatic cases are rare.

 

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