Calcific tendinitis of the rotator cuff as a cause of drooping shoulder.

Prato, N; Banderali, A; Neumaier, C E; Dahmane, M; Martinoli, C; Derchi, L E · Skeletal Radiol · 2003

case_report · Level V

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Abstract

We describe a case of inferior glenohumeral subluxation or drooping shoulder secondary to acute calcific tendinitis of the rotator cuff. The various etiologies of drooping shoulder and the specific causes determining glenohumeral widening in our report are discussed. The importance in recognizing this uncommon complication of a common abnormal finding and correction by aspiration is stressed.

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Anatomy