X-ray confirmed calcific deposits (17mm × 12mm) in the right supraspinatus tendon; ultrasound-guided calcific aspiration was performed. 8 syringes of calcium were aspirated, and follow-up X-ray the following day showed a marked reduction in calcific opacity.
[Period: 23.03.14]
Treatment Result
Pre-procedure X-ray confirmed calcium deposits (17mm × 12mm) 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 8 syringes of calcium were crushed and aspirated. Follow-up X-ray the following day 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: 17mm × 12mm). Given the size of the deposits and severity of symptoms, same-day ultrasound-guided calcific aspiration was performed. During the procedure, 8 syringes of calcium were successfully aspirated. Pain improved markedly from the procedure day or the following day. Follow-up imaging the following day confirmed significant reduction in calcific opacity, and the patient returned to daily activities without discomfort.
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