Extensor indicis tendon split tear in EDC tenosynovitis

Case contributed by Roberto Schubert
Diagnosis almost certain

Presentation

Sharp pain over the 4th extensor compartment of the wrist. No history of trauma or overuse.

Patient Data

Age: 60 years
Gender: Female

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.

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