Presentation
Sharp pain over the 4th extensor compartment of the wrist. No history of trauma or overuse.
Patient Data
Age: 60 years
Gender: Female
From the case:
Extensor indicis tendon split tear in EDC tenosynovitis
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Diameter increase and intrinsic hyperintense signal of the extensor indicis tendon. Thickening of the extensor digitorum communis (EDC) synovial sheath.
Case Discussion
Probably a case of rheumatoid arthritis.