Freies Kalkdepot des Ellenbogengelenks: Eine seltene Diagnose bei der Kalziumhydroxylapatitablagerungserkrankung

Translated title of the contribution: Calcium deposits in the elbow joint: Rare diagnosis of calcium hydroxyapatite deposition disease

Patricia M. Lutz, Klaus Wörtler, Andreas B. Imhoff, Sebastian Siebenlist

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Abstract

Periarthritis due to calcium deposits is commonly seen in the shoulder joint. In rare cases other joints are affected. This article presents the case of a young man with calcific periarthritis of the elbow because of calcium deposition (calcium hydroxyapatite deposition disease). Symptoms include severe pain, swelling and disability of the elbow joint. Radiological examinations helped to find the correct diagnosis. Calcific periarthritis is usually self-limiting. Conservative management with diclofenac and immobilization is the preferred treatment option.

Translated title of the contributionCalcium deposits in the elbow joint: Rare diagnosis of calcium hydroxyapatite deposition disease
Original languageGerman
Pages (from-to)139-143
Number of pages5
JournalObere Extremitat
Volume16
Issue number2
DOIs
StatePublished - Jun 2021

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