Presentation
Painful swelling on the elbow. No history of trauma.
Patient Data
Age: 30 years
Gender: Male
From the case:
Olecranon bursitis
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Bones are within normal limits. No fracture or cortical destruction noted.
There is enlarged olecranon bursa on the lateral view.
From the case:
Olecranon bursitis
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MR demonstrates fluid collection within olecranon bursa and inflammatory changes in the adjacent soft tissues.
The signal intensity of the bones and muscles are within normal limits.
Case Discussion
Olecranon bursitis is an inflammation of the soft tissues of the olecranon bursa at the elbow. This can be a result of repetitive use, trauma, or inflammatory conditions.