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Lateral epicondylitis

Case contributed by Maulik S Patel
Diagnosis almost certain

Presentation

Pain on the lateral aspect of the elbow. No trauma.

Patient Data

Age: 40 years
Gender: Male
ultrasound

In the common extensor tendon, a hypoechoic ill-defined area with hypervascularity is present in anterior-superior mid-depth fibers. There are no calcification/ cystic changes. The deeper fibers (radial collateral ligament) show a normal fibrillary echo pattern.

Case Discussion

An adult male presented with the atraumatic origin of lateral elbow pain. The clinical diagnosis was lateral epicondylitis. The ultrasound requested to rule out a tear of the common extensor tendon. Ultrasound findings suggest lateral epicondylitis without a tear.

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