IMPORTANT: We currently have a number of bugs related to image cropping and are actively trying to resolve them. In the meantime, we have disabled cropping. Apologies for any inconvenience. Stay informed: radiopaedia.org/chat

Olecranon bursitis

Case contributed by Wadah Ahmed
Diagnosis almost certain

Presentation

Non-traumatic soft mass at posterior aspect of left elbow, slowly growing over several years. No pain.

Patient Data

Age: 70
Gender: Male
ultrasound

Targeted ultrasound to the posterior left elbow shows a complex fluid collection within the left olecranon bursa. 

Case Discussion

Complex fluid collection equals 6.0 x 5.9cm seen within the left olecranon bursa, highly suggestive of bursitis. No associated hyperemia. No loose bodies seen.

How to use cases

You can use Radiopaedia cases in a variety of ways to help you learn and teach.

Creating your own cases is easy.

Updating… Please wait.

 Unable to process the form. Check for errors and try again.

 Thank you for updating your details.