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Calcific periarthritis of the hand successfully treated with ultrasound-guided barbotage: A case report

Year: 2025

Type: article

Abstract: Calcific periarthritis is a benign but painful inflammatory process associated with periarticular deposition of calcium hydroxyapatite. It most commonly affects the rotator cuff tendons in the shoulder. Ultrasound-guided barbotage is a safe procedure with a high success rate in treating calcific tendonitis of the shoulder. Calcific periarthritis of the hand is a relatively rare entity. We report a case of a woman with calcific periarthritis in the hand, highlighting its successful management with ultrasound-guided barbotage. This case adds to the few case reports showing the efficacy of barbotage in atypical locations.

Source: Radiology Case Reports

DOI: 10.1016/j.radcr.2025.04.131

Authors: Andrew Pasion, Hongmin Xu, Caleb Bhatnagar, Alexander Kui, Daniel Heller, Emad Allam

Institutions: Loyola University Medical Center, Loyola University Chicago

Language: English

Topic: Tendon Structure and Treatment

Subfield: Orthopedics and Sports Medicine

Field: Medicine

Domain: Health Sciences

SDG: Good health and well-being

Open Access status: gold

Estimated APC paid: $600