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X-ray confirmed calcific deposits (약 12mm × 9mm) in the right supraspinatus tendon; ultrasound-guided calcific aspiration was performed. Calcium was aspirated, and follow-up X-ray at follow-up showed a marked reduction in calcific opacity.

DiagnosisRight supraspinatus tendon calcific tendinitis
Calcium Size약 12mm × 9mm
PhysicianDr. Dong-gyu Lee
Date2023.08.03
Views234

[Period: 23.07.20]

Before
Case No.32 — beforePlatinum Clinic
After
Case No.32 — afterPlatinum Clinic
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Case No.32 — additional
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Treatment Result

Pre-procedure X-ray confirmed calcium deposits (약 12mm × 9mm) in the right supraspinatus tendon; ultrasound also revealed a hyperechoic nodule with posterior acoustic shadowing. Under ultrasound guidance, calcific aspiration was performed, successfully crushing and aspirating the calcium deposits. Follow-up X-ray at follow-up showed a marked decrease in calcific opacity, with ongoing natural resorption of residual calcium confirmed.

Physician's Commentary

This patient presented with right shoulder pain due to calcific tendinitis confirmed on X-ray (deposit size: 약 12mm × 9mm). Given the size of the deposits and severity of symptoms, same-day ultrasound-guided calcific aspiration was performed. The calcium was successfully aspirated during the procedure. Pain improved markedly from the procedure day or the following day. Follow-up imaging at follow-up confirmed significant reduction in calcific opacity, and the patient returned to daily activities without discomfort.

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