Triceps tendon enthesopathy

Case contributed by Subhan Iqbal
Diagnosis almost certain

Presentation

Bodybuilder presented with posterior elbow discomfort.

Patient Data

Age: 60 years
Gender: Male
x-ray
  • triceps tendon enthesophyte

  • no fracture/ dislocation seen in visualized bones

Case Discussion

Distal triceps tendon injuries are unusual. Varying from mild to severe tendon injuries. Enthesophyte avulsion injury is usually treated surgically 1.

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