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X-ray confirmed calcific deposits (11mm × 8mm) in the right supraspinatus tendon; ultrasound-guided calcific aspiration was performed. 6 syringes of calcium were aspirated, and follow-up X-ray at follow-up showed a marked reduction in calcific opacity.

DiagnosisRight supraspinatus tendon calcific tendinitis
Calcium Size11mm × 8mm
PhysicianDr. Dong-gyu Lee
Date2023.06.22
Views218

[Period: 23.06.08]

Before
Case No.34 — beforePlatinum Clinic
After
Case No.34 — afterPlatinum Clinic
Extracted Calcium Photo
Case No.34 — additional

Treatment Result

Pre-procedure X-ray confirmed calcium deposits (11mm × 8mm) in the right supraspinatus tendon; ultrasound also revealed a hyperechoic nodule with posterior acoustic shadowing. Under ultrasound guidance, calcific aspiration was performed — a total of 6 syringes of calcium were crushed and aspirated. 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: 11mm × 8mm). Given the size of the deposits and severity of symptoms, same-day ultrasound-guided calcific aspiration was performed. During the procedure, 6 syringes of calcium were successfully aspirated. 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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