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Verstraelen F, Bemelmans Y, Lambers Heerspink O, van der Steen M, Jong B, Jansen E, Schotanus M. Comparing midterm clinical outcome of surgical versus ultrasound guided needle aspiration of the calcific deposits for therapy resistant calcifying tendinitis of the shoulder. A comparative cohort study. J Orthop Sci 2024; 29:802-808. [PMID: 37080824 DOI: 10.1016/j.jos.2023.03.021] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/25/2022] [Revised: 03/28/2023] [Accepted: 03/29/2023] [Indexed: 04/22/2023]
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PURPOSE Comparing the midterm clinical outcome of surgical treatment versus ultrasound guided needle aspiration of the calcific deposits (NACD) treatment for conservative therapy resistant calcifying tendinitis (CT) of the shoulder. The hypothesis is that both surgical treatment and NACD treatment led to a comparable good clinical outcome. METHODS A comparative cohort study was performed (n = 76). The allocation to surgical group (n = 35) or NACD group (n = 41) was the result of a shared decision-making strategy. Primary outcome was decrease in VAS for pain (pVAS). Secondary outcomes were EQ-5D index, DASH score, ASES, VAS for satisfaction, recommendation of treatment, adverse events, cross-over between groups, additional treatments, and symptomatology after care as usual. RESULTS At midterm follow-up (5.5 years, SD 0.5 years) decrease in pVAS did not differ (p = 0.20) between two groups (60.6 mm, SD 23.3 mm vs 53.4 mm, SD 24.2 mm). Secondary clinical outcomes were also comparable. In 68.3% surgical treatment was avoided. At final follow-up none of the outcome scores differed significantly between the crossed-over patients (n = 13, 31.7%) and the initial surgical group. DISCUSSION At midterm follow-up surgical and NACD treatment result in comparable clinical outcomes. In 68.3% a surgical treatment could be avoided. In 31.7% the patient eventually needed a surgical treatment after failed NACD treatment. After midterm follow-up these patients showed comparable good clinical outcomes. In our opinion, both NACD and surgical treatment could be considered as a next step treatment option for conservative therapy resistant CT of the shoulder. Though, one should be aware that after a midterm follow-up a high number of patients cross-over to surgical treatment after a NACD treatment.
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- Freek Verstraelen
- Zuyderland MC, Dr. H. van der Hoffplein 1, 6162 BG Sittard, the Netherlands; ZorgSaam Terneuzen, Wielingenlaan 2, 4535 PA Terneuzen, the Netherlands.
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- Zuyderland MC, Dr. H. van der Hoffplein 1, 6162 BG Sittard, the Netherlands
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- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery & Trauma, Máxima MC, PO box 90052, 5600 PD Eindhoven, the Netherlands
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- Zuyderland MC, Dr. H. van der Hoffplein 1, 6162 BG Sittard, the Netherlands
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- Zuyderland MC, Dr. H. van der Hoffplein 1, 6162 BG Sittard, the Netherlands
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- Zuyderland MC, Dr. H. van der Hoffplein 1, 6162 BG Sittard, the Netherlands; School of Care and Public Health Research Institute, Faculty of Health, Medicine and Life Science, Maastricht University, Universiteitssingel 40, 6229 ER Maastricht, the Netherlands
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Avendano JP, Pereira D. Treatment of Calcific Tendonitis of the Rotator Cuff: An Updated Review. Orthopedics 2023; 46:e326-e332. [PMID: 37672776 DOI: 10.3928/01477447-20230901-01] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 09/08/2023]
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Rotator cuff calcific tendonitis (RCCT) is a disorder that can greatly impair patients' quality of life. A literature review was conducted to find the most effective and newest treatments for RCCT. PubMed and Cochrane Review databases were searched, without strict inclusion/exclusion criteria, for peer-reviewed articles between 1941 and 2021 that discussed RCCT etiology and treatments. If nonoperative measures (non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs, physical therapy, and corticosteroids) are unsuccessful, other options include extracorporeal shockwave therapy, ultrasound-guided injection techniques, and minimally invasive surgery. Because RCCT can resolve spontaneously, patients should progress to invasive options only if conservative first-line treatments have failed. [Orthopedics. 2023;46(6):e326-e332.].
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González-Martín D, Garrido-Miguel M, de Cabo G, Lomo-Garrote JM, Leyes M, Hernández-Castillejo LE. Rotator cuff debridement compared with rotator cuff repair in arthroscopic treatment of calcifying tendinitis of the shoulder: A systematic review and meta-analysis. Rev Esp Cir Ortop Traumatol (Engl Ed) 2023:S1888-4415(23)00187-X. [PMID: 37573942 DOI: 10.1016/j.recot.2023.08.015] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/15/2023] [Revised: 08/01/2023] [Accepted: 08/04/2023] [Indexed: 08/15/2023] Open
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INTRODUCTION Although conservative treatment of calcific tendinopathy has a high success rate, arthroscopic excision of the calcific deposit is occasionally necessary. Controversy exists as to whether the remaining rotator cuff defect can be left in situ or should be repaired to achieve better functional outcomes. This study aimed to compare the results of debridement versus debridement combined with suturing in arthroscopic surgery for calcific tendinopathy. METHODOLOGY MEDLINE, EMBASE, Cochrane Library, and Web of Science were searched from inception to February 2023 for articles on arthroscopic treatment of calcific tendinopathy. Functional outcomes (VAS, ASES, UCLA, and Constant) and the number of complications were analyzed. The effect size was calculated using Cohen's d-index. RESULTS Twenty-one studies were included, including a total of 1172 patients aged between 44.7 and 55 years. The mean follow-up time was 24.7 months. The combined ES estimates for the total score of the VAS, ASES, UCLA, and Constant scales were very strong (>1.0) for both debridement and combined debridement with suture. The ES estimates for the number of total complications were 1.75 (95% CI: 0.08-3.43, I2 = 0%) for debridement and 9.07 (95% CI: -0.03-18.17, I2 = 50.4%) for combined debridement with suture. CONCLUSIONS Both arthroscopic procedures improve the total score significantly on the EVA, ASES, UCLA, and Constant scales. However, a higher proportion of complications was observed in the group that performed suturing. In this regard, we must consider whether it is really necessary to repair all partial tears after the calcified deposits removal.
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- D González-Martín
- Servicio de Cirugía Ortopédica y Traumatología, Origen, Grupo Recoletas, Valladolid, España; Universidad Europea Miguel de Cervantes, Valladolid, España.
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- Instituto de Investigación Sanitaria de Castilla-La Mancha, Universidad de Castilla La Mancha, Cuenca, España; Facultad de Enfermería, Universidad de Castilla La Mancha, Albacete, España
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- Servicio de Cirugía Ortopédica y Traumatología, Olympia, Quirón Salud, Madrid, España
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- Servicio de Cirugía Ortopédica y Traumatología, Origen, Grupo Recoletas, Valladolid, España
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- Servicio de Cirugía Ortopédica y Traumatología, Olympia, Quirón Salud, Madrid, España
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- Instituto de Investigación Sanitaria de Castilla-La Mancha, Universidad de Castilla La Mancha, Cuenca, España
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Philips T, Dejonghe M, Petre D. Arthroscopic treatment of calcific tendinitis without rotator cuff repair using prospectively collected results. Acta Orthop Belg 2023; 89:195-200. [PMID: 37924534 DOI: 10.52628/89.2.9574] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/06/2023]
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The treatment of calcific tendinitis can be either non-operative, which should always be the first step of treatment, or operative. In chronic calcifying tendinitis with insufficient conservative treatment, an arthroscopic excision of the calcification deposit may help, however, there is controversy about how it should be performed. This retrospective study, with prospectively collected results using the Surgical Outcome System™ (SOS, Arthrex®), evaluated the outcome of arthroscopic treatment of calcific tendinitis without rotator cuff repair. Outcome was measured by different scores such as Visual Analogue Scale (VAS), American Shoulder and Elbow Surgeons Evaluation Form (ASES) and Single Assessment Numeric Scale (SANE). 54 patients were included in the analysis (male: 19; female: 35), mean age at surgery was 51 (range, 37-68) years. All scores improved compared with final follow-up. VAS score improved from 5,3 ± 2,2 to 0,9 ± 1,3 (p<0,001). ASES score improved from 53,0 ± 17,0 to 92,2 ± 11,1 (p<0,001) and SANE score from 47,2 ± 17,8 to 92,1 ± 10,6 (p<0,001). Most improvement is seen in the first 3 months postoperatively but gradual progress is to be expected up until 2 years. No frozen shoulders or cuff tears were reported postoperatively. No reoperations were necessary during follow-up. A noticeable fast pain relief and functional recovery are seen when treating a patient with calcific tendinitis without repairing the rotator cuff. There were no patients with frozen shoulder postoperatively.
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Youn SM, Rhee SM, Cho SH, Kim CH, Lee JU, Rhee YG. Arthroscopic decompression of calcific tendinitis without cuff repair. Bone Joint J 2023; 105-B:663-667. [PMID: 37257863 DOI: 10.1302/0301-620x.105b6.bjj-2022-1137.r1] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 06/02/2023]
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Aims The aim of this study was to investigate the outcomes of arthroscopic decompression of calcific tendinitis performed without repairing the rotator cuff defect. Methods A total of 99 patients who underwent treatment between December 2013 and August 2019 were retrospectively reviewed. Visual analogue scale (VAS) and American Shoulder and Elbow Surgeons (ASES) scores were reviewed pre- and postoperatively according to the location, size, physical characteristics, and radiological features of the calcific deposits. Additionally, the influence of any residual calcific deposits shown on postoperative radiographs was explored. The healing rate of the unrepaired cuff defect was determined by reviewing the 29 patients who had follow-up MRIs. Results Statistically significant improvement from pre- to postoperation was seen in all VAS and ASES scores for each group, but no statistical differences were seen between the postoperative scores according to the differences in the features of the calcific deposits. When residual calcification was observed postoperatively, the mean ASES and VAS (rest) scores improved significantly to 95.0 (SD 5.6) and 0.0 (SD 0.0), respectively (p = 0.006 and p < 0.001), and did not differ from those who had the complete removal. Of 29 patients who had follow-up MRIs, six (20.7%) showed signs of an interstitial tear. This group's mean postoperative ASES and VAS (rest) scores improved to excellent levels of 96.0 (SD 3.7) and 0.0 (SD 0.0), respectively, and were similar to those of the 23 patients with normal MRI appearances. Conclusion Arthroscopic removal of calcific deposits without repairing the rotator cuff defect resulted in significant improvement in function and pain level, regardless of the deposit's location, size, type, and whether or not complete excision was achieved. Despite leaving the defects unrepaired, in the limited number of patients with follow-up MRIs, 23 of 29 patients (79.3%) showed good healing, and the rest, who had persistent signs of interstitial defects on the MRIs, still had excellent outcomes. The removal of calcific deposits without repairing the cuff defects provided excellent outcomes.
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- Seung-Min Youn
- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Myongji Hospital, Goyang, Gyeonggi-do, South Korea
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- Shoulder & Elbow Clinic, Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, College of Medicine, Kyung Hee University Hospital, Seoul, South Korea
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- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Myongji Hospital, Goyang, Gyeonggi-do, South Korea
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- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Myongji Hospital, Goyang, Gyeonggi-do, South Korea
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- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Myongji Hospital, Goyang, Gyeonggi-do, South Korea
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- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Myongji Hospital, Goyang, Gyeonggi-do, South Korea
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Nowotny J, Kasten P. Kalkschulter – konservative und operative
Therapie. PHYSIKALISCHE MEDIZIN, REHABILITATIONSMEDIZIN, KURORTMEDIZIN 2023. [DOI: 10.1055/a-1990-6407] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 02/12/2023]
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Erkrankungen der Rotatorenmanschette beinhalten ein breites Spektrum, unter denen
die Kalkschulter oder Tendinosis calcarea (TC) eine häufige Pathologie
der Schulter darstellt und eine herausragende Rolle einnimmt. Das
Erscheinungsbild kann dabei enorm variieren. Die Kalkschulter kann als
Zufallsbefund bei der radiologischen Diagnostik auffallen, jedoch auch bis hin
zu einem der stärksten Schulterschmerzen avancieren. Nachfolgend wird
ein Überblick für das diagnostische und therapeutische Vorgehen
gegeben.
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Zhao F, Wu J, Wang D, Li P, Tian W, Li W, Chai B, Zhang Y. The effect of subacromial decompression on the curative effect of arthroscopic treatment of shoulder calcific tendinitis. Front Surg 2023; 9:1043794. [PMID: 36684344 PMCID: PMC9852624 DOI: 10.3389/fsurg.2022.1043794] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/14/2022] [Accepted: 11/14/2022] [Indexed: 01/09/2023] Open
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Objective To observe and analyze the surgical efficacy of arthroscopic debridement of calcified deposits and arthroscopic debridement combined with subacromial decompression in patients with supraspinatus tendon calcific myositis. To observe the effect of Subacromial decompression on the efficacy of arthroscopic treatment of shoulder calcific tendinitis. Patients and methods From 2016 to 2021, 48 cases of shoulder arthroscopic debridement due to supraspinatus calcific tendinitis met the inclusion criteria and were included, with 24 cases assigned to the arthroscopic debridement group and 24 cases to the arthroscopic debridement combined with subacromial decompression group. Changes between preoperative and postoperative shoulder pain and shoulder function were statistically analyzed. Results The 24 patients in the arthroscopic debridement group were better than the arthroscopic debridement combined with subacromial decompression group in terms of short-term postoperative shoulder pain and shoulder joint function recovery (P < 0.05). There was no significant difference in the postoperative long-term shoulder pain and shoulder function recovery between the two groups (P > 0.05). Conclusions Compared with arthroscopic debridement combined with subacromial decompression, arthroscopic debridement alone is a better surgical option for the treatment of calcific tendinitis.
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Verstraelen F, Schotanus M, Klemann-Harings S, Lambers Heerspink O, Jansen E. Comparison of clinical and radiological outcomes after three different surgical treatments for resistant calcifying tendinitis of the shoulder: a short-term randomized controlled trial. J Orthop Surg Res 2022; 17:480. [PMCID: PMC9636666 DOI: 10.1186/s13018-022-03373-1] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/01/2022] [Accepted: 10/23/2022] [Indexed: 11/07/2022] Open
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Background
A preferable surgical treatment for patients with conservative therapy-resistant calcifying tendinitis of the shoulder is still a matter of debate. Therefore, the purpose of this study was to evaluate and compare short-term clinical and radiological results of three surgical treatment options for these patients.
Methods
A multicenter randomized trial was conducted. Sixty-nine patients were randomly assigned to receive 1. subacromial decompression (Group SAD), 2. debridement of calcifications (Group D), or 3. debridement of calcifications with SAD (Group D + SAD). Stringent inclusion and exclusion criteria were used. The primary outcome was an improvement in VAS for pain (pVAS) 6 months postoperatively. Secondary outcomes were an improvement in pVAS 6 weeks postoperatively, functional outcomes (CMS, DASH, ASES), radiological outcome, additional treatments, and complications.
Results
The improvement in pVAS was significant in all groups (p < 0.001) and did not differ between the groups after 6 months. Six weeks postoperatively, the improvement in pVAS was significantly (p = 0.03) less in Group SAD compared to Group D + SAD (16.5 mm, SD 19.3 mm vs 33.1 mm, SD 19.7 mm, respectively). The mean size of calcifications decreased significantly in all groups (p < 0.0001). In Group SAD, the size of the calcifications decreased less (p = 0.04) compared to Group D and Group D + SAD after 6 weeks. Group SAD received more additional treatments (p = 0.003) compared to Group D + SAD (9 vs 1), which were mainly subacromial cortisone injections.
Conclusions
All patient groups showed significant pain relief and an improvement in shoulder function 6 months after surgery. However, patients in Group SAD showed inferior pain relief and less improvement in DASH score after 6 weeks. Furthermore, this group required more postoperative additional treatments. No significant differences in clinical and radiological outcomes were observed between patients in Group D compared to Group D + SAD. Therefore, an arthroscopic debridement without subacromial decompression seems to be advisable for patients with therapy-resistant calcifying tendinitis of the shoulder.
Level of evidence 2, Open-Label Randomized Clinical Trial.
IRB METC Zuyderland MC. Number: 14-T-112.
Registered at trialregister.nl NL 4947.
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Pang L, Li T, Li Y, Cao Y, Li J, Zhu J, Tang X. Combined arthroscopic rotator cuff repair leads to better clinical outcomes than isolated removal of calcific deposits for shoulder calcific tendinitis: A 2- to 5-year follow-up study. Front Surg 2022; 9:912779. [PMID: 36061068 PMCID: PMC9428341 DOI: 10.3389/fsurg.2022.912779] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/04/2022] [Accepted: 08/04/2022] [Indexed: 12/02/2022] Open
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Purpose The optimal treatment procedure for shoulder calcific tendinitis (CT) remains controversial. This study aimed to assess the efficacy of arthroscopic treatment for CT, and to compare the clinical outcomes following combined rotator cuff repair and isolated removal of calcific deposits. Methods This retrospective cohort study included 46 patients (47 shoulders) with confirmed shoulder CT, and the diameter of the calcific deposit was over 1 cm. All patients suffered from CT for a mean period of 17.82 months and had a poor response to conservative treatment. With 12 males and 34 females included, the mean age was 53.94 years. After failed conservative treatment, 23 shoulders underwent combined rotator cuff repair (repair group), and 24 shoulders underwent isolated removal of calcific deposits (debridement group). The clinical outcomes were evaluated at baseline, 3, 6, and 12 months after the surgery and annually thereafter. The efficacy measures included the visual analog scale (VAS) pain score, American Shoulder and Elbow Surgeons (ASES) score, University of California at Los Angeles (UCLA) score and radiographic outcomes. Results Remarkable improvement in clinical outcomes at the final follow-up (2- to 5-year) compared with those at baseline were observed (p < 0.0001 for all outcomes). Compared with isolated removal of calcific deposits, combined rotator cuff repair led to worse postoperative 3- and 6-month VAS (p = 0.004 and p = 0.026, respectively), and 3-month ASES scores (p = 0.012). However, better VAS (p = 0.035 and p = 0.007, respectively) and ASES (p = 0.034 and p = 0.020, respectively) scores at 24-month and final follow-up were found in the repair group. All these differences reached the minimal clinical important difference (MCID). MRI scans at the final follow-up showed significantly better outcomes in patients with rotator cuff repair (p = 0.021). Conclusions Arthroscopic removal of calcific deposits is safe and effective for treating CT. Compared with isolated debridement, combined rotator cuff repair led to worse short-term (<12 months) but better medium- (12–48 months) to long-term (≥48 months) improvements in pain, function and integrity of tendons.
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- Long Pang
- Department of Orthopedics, Orthopedic Research Institute, West China Hospital, Sichuan University, Chengdu, China
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- Department of Orthopedics, Orthopedic Research Institute, West China Hospital, Sichuan University, Chengdu, China
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- Department of Orthopedics, Orthopedic Research Institute, West China Hospital, Sichuan University, Chengdu, China
- West China Medical School, Sichuan University, Chengdu, China
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- West China Medical School, Sichuan University, Chengdu, China
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- Department of Orthopedics, Orthopedic Research Institute, West China Hospital, Sichuan University, Chengdu, China
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- Department of Respiratory and Critical Care Medicine, West China Hospital, Sichuan University, Chengdu, China
- Correspondence: Jing Zhu Xin Tang
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- Department of Orthopedics, Orthopedic Research Institute, West China Hospital, Sichuan University, Chengdu, China
- Correspondence: Jing Zhu Xin Tang
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Intraosseous calcific tendinitis of the rotator cuff yields similar outcomes to those of intratendinous lesions despite worse preoperative scores. Knee Surg Sports Traumatol Arthrosc 2022; 30:2485-2491. [PMID: 35044474 DOI: 10.1007/s00167-022-06870-2] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/23/2021] [Accepted: 01/05/2022] [Indexed: 10/19/2022]
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PURPOSE To evaluate the surgical outcomes of arthroscopic removal of intraosseous deposits in patients with intraosseous calcific tendinitis of the rotator cuff. METHODS This study involved a retrospective review of 96 patients operated on from 2004 to 2019. Patients were divided into two groups according to the location of calcific deposits. Group I had pure tendinous involvement (n = 71), and Group II had tendinous and intraosseous involvement (n = 25). The mean follow-up time was 6.4 ± 3.9 years. There were 71 patients (46 women, 25 men) in Group I, and the mean age was 49.3 ± 8.2 years (range 30-65 years). In group II, there were 25 patients (18 women, 7 men); the mean age was 47.3 ± 11.2 years (range 28-70 years). RESULTS The mean preoperative VAS pain score was 8.8 ± 1.4 in Group I compared to 9.5 ± 0.5 in group II (p = 0.017). The median preoperative Constant and Oxford scores were 42 (20-65) and 22 (8-34) in Group I and 25.5 (22-46) and 10 (8-16) in group II, respectively (p < 0.001). There was no difference in postoperative pain scores (Group I: 0.7 ± 1.6 and group II: 0.5 ± 0.6, p = 0.926), Constant scores [Group I: 100 (80-100) and group II: 100 (90-100), (n.s).] and Oxford scores [Group I: 48 (28-48) and group II: 46.5 (4-48), (n.s.)] between the two groups. The number of preoperative injections was higher in Group II (p = 0.05). There was no correlation between the size of the soft tissue calcific deposit and the preoperative pain, Constant, and Oxford scores (n.s.). CONCLUSION Arthroscopic debridement of calcific tendinitis with intraosseous involvement is a safe and effective treatment method similar to that of pure tendinous involvement. LEVEL OF EVIDENCE III.
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Verstraelen F, Verhagen S, Giesberts A, Bonneux I, Koot H, Boer WD, van der Steen M. Needle aspiration of calcific deposits versus shock wave therapy for conservative therapy resistant calcifying tendinitis of the shoulder: protocol of a randomized, controlled trial. BMC Musculoskelet Disord 2022; 23:308. [PMID: 35361169 PMCID: PMC8968770 DOI: 10.1186/s12891-022-05259-z] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/22/2021] [Accepted: 03/23/2022] [Indexed: 11/10/2022] Open
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BACKGROUND Calcific tendinitis of the shoulder (CT) is a common disorder with a large disease burden. The initial treatment is with conservative measures. However, when this fails the next step treatment remains unclear. Minimal invasive treatment modalities have emerged. Needle aspiration of the calcific deposits (NACD) and extracorporeal shock wave therapy (ESWT) have both shown good clinical results. Nonetheless, in the current orthopedic literature there are not any studies available that compare both the effectiveness and cost-effectiveness of those two treatment modalities. Therefore, our primary objective is to compare the effectiveness of NACD to ESWT. A secondary objective is to compare the cost-effectiveness of both treatment modalities and workability. METHODS Following a power calculation using the minimal clinical important difference of our primary outcome (Constant-Murley score, CMS) 140 patients will be included in the study. Enrolment is based upon strict inclusion/ exclusion criteria outlined in the Methods section. Participants will be randomized by computer in two groups (e.g. 70 patients will receive NACD and 70 patients will receive ESWT). The NACD treatment will consist of a sonographically guided removal of the calcific deposits and the ESWT treatment will be a focused ESWT. Both treatments will be conducted according to a standardized protocol, as part of care as usual in our hospital. The primary outcome will be the between group differences in functional outcome (measured with the CMS) between baseline and after 12 months follow-up. Secondary outcomes will be questionnaires regarding the clinical outcome (SST) and quality of life (EQ-5D-5L). Furthermore, NRS pain and cost related questionnaires (iPCQ and ProDisQ) will be collected during follow-up after two months, six months and at final follow-up after 12 months. DISCUSSION This study will provide more insight regarding treatment for conservative therapy resistant calcific tendinitis of the shoulder by comparing NACD to focused ESWT, which will aid the physician and patient in determining the appropriate treatment plan. TRIAL REGISTRATION Dutch trial register: NTR7093 registered on 11 March 2018.
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- Freek Verstraelen
- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery & Trauma, Máxima MC, PO box 5600 PD, Eindhoven, the Netherlands.
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- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery & Trauma, Máxima MC, PO box 5600 PD, Eindhoven, the Netherlands
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- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery & Trauma, Máxima MC, PO box 5600 PD, Eindhoven, the Netherlands
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- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery & Trauma, Máxima MC, PO box 5600 PD, Eindhoven, the Netherlands
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- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery & Trauma, Máxima MC, PO box 5600 PD, Eindhoven, the Netherlands
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- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery & Trauma, Máxima MC, PO box 5600 PD, Eindhoven, the Netherlands.,Department of Orthopaedic Surgery & Trauma, Catharina Hospital Eindhoven, PO box 1350, 5602 ZA, Eindhoven, The Netherlands
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Ernat JJ, Rakowski DR, Casp AJ, Horan MP, Millett PJ. Results of arthroscopic rotator cuff repair for calcific tendonitis: a comparative analysis. J Shoulder Elbow Surg 2022; 31:616-622. [PMID: 34481052 DOI: 10.1016/j.jse.2021.08.007] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/03/2021] [Revised: 07/28/2021] [Accepted: 08/03/2021] [Indexed: 02/01/2023]
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BACKGROUND Outcomes following arthroscopic excision of calcific tendonitis and arthroscopic rotator cuff repair (CT-ARCR) are relatively limited without comparison analysis to standard arthroscopic rotator cuff repair (ARCR). The purpose of this study was to evaluate patient-reported outcomes (PROs) after CT-ARCR compared against a matched cohort who received standard ARCR. METHODS An institutional review board-approved retrospective review was performed for patients aged 18-80 years receiving CT-ARCR by a single surgeon from 2006-2018. These were matched 1:3 with patients receiving ARCR. Patients with concurrent labral repair, subscapularis repair, or glenohumeral joint arthritis procedures; refusal to participate; deceased; inadequate contact information; or those with inadequate records were excluded. PROs included Short Form-12 Physical Component Summary (SF-12 PCS) score; American Shoulder and Elbow Surgeons Standardized Shoulder Assessment Form (ASES); Single Assessment Numeric Evaluation (SANE); Quick Disabilities of the Arm, Shoulder, and Hand questionnaire (QuickDASH); patient satisfaction; activity level/symptoms; and sport participation scores. RESULTS 21 CT-ARCR patients (mean age 50 years, range 36-62) and 54 ARCR patients (mean age 52 years, range 19-77) were included. Minimum 2-year follow-up was obtained in 18 of 21 (86%) CT-ARCR (mean 5.9 years) and 45 of 54 (83%) ARCR patients (mean 5.6 years). CT-ARCR patients improved pre- to postoperation in mean SF-12 PCS (41.1 to 50.0), ASES (54.2 to 94.0), and QuickDASH (54.2 to 94.0). SANE score improvements (57.6 to 82.8) were not significant. ARCR controls improved pre- to postoperation in mean SF-12 PCS (41.4 to 49.0), ASES (59.4 to 88.0), QuickDASH (35.1 to 13.8), and SANE scores (52.6 to 80.8). Pre- to postoperative pain during recreation and sport participation similarly improved in both groups. The only postoperative difference observed between CT-ARCR and ARCR was better patient satisfaction with CT-ARCR (9.7 vs. 8.3). CONCLUSION CT-ARCR results in excellent PROs, activity symptoms, and sports participation at final follow-up. CT-ARCR results were comparable to patients who received conventional ARCR for similar-sized rotator cuff tears that did not have calcific tendonitis.
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- Justin J Ernat
- Steadman Philippon Research Institute, Vail, CO, USA; The Steadman Clinic, Vail, CO, USA
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- Steadman Philippon Research Institute, Vail, CO, USA; The Steadman Clinic, Vail, CO, USA
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- Steadman Philippon Research Institute, Vail, CO, USA; The Steadman Clinic, Vail, CO, USA.
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Compagnoni R, Menon A, Radaelli S, Lanzani F, Gallazzi MB, Tassi A, Randelli PS. Long-term evolution of calcific tendinitis of the rotator cuff: clinical and radiological evaluation 10 years after diagnosis. J Orthop Traumatol 2021; 22:42. [PMID: 34698958 PMCID: PMC8548447 DOI: 10.1186/s10195-021-00604-9] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/10/2021] [Accepted: 09/26/2021] [Indexed: 11/29/2022] Open
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BACKGROUND Calcific tendinitis of the shoulder has a tendon involvement that could evolve to rotator cuff tear and shoulder osteoarthritis. This study aimed to evaluate the prevalence of glenohumeral osteoarthritis and rotator cuff tears in patients affected by calcific tendinitis at a minimum follow-up of 10 years after diagnosis. METHODS Patients diagnosed with calcific tendinitis of the shoulder with a minimum follow-up of 10 years were contacted and invited for a clinical and radiological evaluation. Information on the demographics, affected and dominant side, bilateral shoulder pain, type of treatment, habits, systemic or musculoskeletal diseases, reoperation of the index shoulder, and subjective satisfaction was collected. The clinical evaluation was performed using Constant-Murley score (CMS), American Shoulder and Elbow Surgeons Score (ASES), and numerical rating scale (NRS); isometric strength in forwarding flexion and abduction was also measured. Each patient also underwent an ultrasound examination to evaluate rotator cuff tendon integrity and a shoulder radiograph to evaluate osteoarthritis. RESULTS Seventy-nine patients were available for a phone interview, and 35 agreed to be examined. The mean age was 58.89 (± 7.9) years at follow-up. The prevalence of glenohumeral osteoarthritis was 17.14% in the study population, with significant progression in 14.29% of the cases, without rotator cuff full-thickness tears. x-Ray examination showed residual calcifications in 31 patients, with a mean diameter of 5.54 mm. In 30 cases, there was a reduction of the diameter; in 4 cases, the calcification increased in size; and in 1 case, the size did not change. The mean ASES score was 74.1 (± 22.7) in the group with calcifications larger than 2 mm and 89.4 (± 8.2) in patients with smaller calcifications (p = 0.08) without correlation with the type of treatment performed. CONCLUSIONS Calcific tendinitis is a self-resolving disease without rotator cuff tears at long-term follow-up or degenerative glenohumeral progression. LEVEL OF EVIDENCE 3, cohort study.
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- Riccardo Compagnoni
- Laboratory of Applied Biomechanics, Department of Biomedical Sciences for Health, Università degli Studi di Milano, Via Mangiagalli 31, 20133 Milan, Italy
- U.O.C. 1a Clinica Ortopedica, Azienda Socio Sanitaria Territoriale Centro Specialistico Ortopedico Traumatologico Gaetano Pini-CTO, Piazza Cardinal Ferrari 1, 20122 Milan, Italy
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- Laboratory of Applied Biomechanics, Department of Biomedical Sciences for Health, Università degli Studi di Milano, Via Mangiagalli 31, 20133 Milan, Italy
- U.O.C. 1a Clinica Ortopedica, Azienda Socio Sanitaria Territoriale Centro Specialistico Ortopedico Traumatologico Gaetano Pini-CTO, Piazza Cardinal Ferrari 1, 20122 Milan, Italy
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- U.O.C. Week Surgery di Ortopedia e Traumatologia, Azienda Socio Sanitaria Territoriale Centro Specialistico Ortopedico Traumatologico Gaetano Pini-CTO, Piazza Cardinal Ferrari 1, 20122 Milan, Italy
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- Laboratory of Applied Biomechanics, Department of Biomedical Sciences for Health, Università degli Studi di Milano, Via Mangiagalli 31, 20133 Milan, Italy
- U.O.C. 1a Clinica Ortopedica, Azienda Socio Sanitaria Territoriale Centro Specialistico Ortopedico Traumatologico Gaetano Pini-CTO, Piazza Cardinal Ferrari 1, 20122 Milan, Italy
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- U.O.C. Radiodiagnostica, Azienda Socio Sanitaria Territoriale Centro Specialistico Ortopedico Traumatologico Gaetano Pini-CTO, Piazza Cardinal Ferrari 1, 20122 Milan, Italy
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- U.O.C. Week Surgery di Ortopedia e Traumatologia, Azienda Socio Sanitaria Territoriale Centro Specialistico Ortopedico Traumatologico Gaetano Pini-CTO, Piazza Cardinal Ferrari 1, 20122 Milan, Italy
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- Laboratory of Applied Biomechanics, Department of Biomedical Sciences for Health, Università degli Studi di Milano, Via Mangiagalli 31, 20133 Milan, Italy
- U.O.C. 1a Clinica Ortopedica, Azienda Socio Sanitaria Territoriale Centro Specialistico Ortopedico Traumatologico Gaetano Pini-CTO, Piazza Cardinal Ferrari 1, 20122 Milan, Italy
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Lorbach O, Haupert A, Berger C, Brockmeyer M. Clinical and Structural Results of Rotator Cuff Repair Compared With Rotator Cuff Debridement in Arthroscopic Treatment of Calcifying Tendinitis of the Shoulder. Am J Sports Med 2021; 49:3196-3201. [PMID: 34528841 DOI: 10.1177/03635465211037690] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 01/31/2023]
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BACKGROUND Arthroscopic treatment of calcifying tendinitis of the shoulder reveals good to excellent results. However, whether the tendon needs to be repaired after removal of the calcific deposit or simply debrided remains unclear. PURPOSE To evaluate the structural and clinical results after arthroscopic calcific deposit removal with additional rotator cuff repair or rotator cuff debridement. STUDY DESIGN Cohort study; Level of evidence, 3. METHODS A total of 44 patients (46 shoulders) were enrolled in this retrospective cohort study with a mean follow-up of 58.4 months. Patients underwent arthroscopic removal of a calcific deposit and bursectomy after failed nonoperative treatment. A total of 22 patients received additional rotator cuff repair irrespective of the degree of debridement (the repair group), whereas 22 patients received a simple rotator cuff debridement without additional repair (the debridement group). Groups were comparable in sex, age, and size and consistency of the deposits according to the Gärtner and Bosworth classifications. Clinical evaluation was performed by the Constant score, Simple Shoulder Test, American Shoulder and Elbow Surgeons (ASES) score, and numerical rating scales for pain, function, and satisfaction. In 29 patients (14 in the debridement group and 15 in the repair group), additional magnetic resonance imaging at follow-up was performed to evaluate the structural results using the Sugaya classification. RESULTS All patients were satisfied with the results of surgery; 100% of the repair group and 95.7% of the debridement group reported they would undergo the surgical procedure again. Comparison of the clinical results showed significantly better results in the repair group versus the debridement group for the Constant score (86.2 vs 80.6, respectively; P = .04), the ASES score (98.3 vs 88.9; P = .004), the Simple Shoulder Test (11.6 vs 10; P = .005), and the numerical rating scales for pain (0.1 vs 0.8; P = .007), function (9.6 vs 8.8; P = .008), and satisfaction (9.8 vs 9.1; P = .036). Comparison of the postoperative tendon integrity showed 80% Sugaya grade I in the rotator cuff repair group and 64% Sugaya grade II in the debridement group, with a statistically significant difference in favor of the repair group (P = .004). Postoperative clinical evaluation revealed no positive O'Brien tests in the repair group, whereas approximately one-third of the debridement group showed a positive O'Brien test during examination. CONCLUSION Arthroscopic removal of calcific deposits with rotator cuff debridement or cuff repair showed good to excellent clinical and structural midterm results. However, patients who underwent additional repair of the tendon defect had significantly better clinical results as well as better structural results in terms of tendon integrity.
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- Olaf Lorbach
- Department of Shoulder Surgery and Sports Traumatology, Schoen-Clinic Lorsch, Lorsch, Germany.,Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Saarland University, Homburg (Saar), Germany
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- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Saarland University, Homburg (Saar), Germany
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- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Saarland University, Homburg (Saar), Germany
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- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Saarland University, Homburg (Saar), Germany
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Arthroscopic Excision of Infraspinatus Calcific Tendinitis With Double-Row Margin Convergence Repair. Arthrosc Tech 2021; 10:e1455-e1467. [PMID: 34258190 PMCID: PMC8252855 DOI: 10.1016/j.eats.2021.02.010] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/31/2020] [Accepted: 02/08/2021] [Indexed: 02/03/2023] Open
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Calcific rotator cuff tendinitis is a common cause of shoulder pain. It is thought to be an active cell-mediated process although the exact pathophysiology remains unclear. It commonly affects the supraspinatus tendon. The condition is generally self-limiting and can be managed with appropriate nonoperative treatment; however, some cases may need surgical excision. Complete removal of the calcific deposits may result in large significant defects. Infraspinatus calcific deposits were seldomly described. This report illustrates a double-row suture bridge technique with margin convergence of a large cuff defect after excision of calcific deposits within the infraspinatus tendon.
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Calcification of the Anterior Acromial Insertion of the Deltoid Muscle. Case Rep Orthop 2020; 2020:8895801. [PMID: 33101746 PMCID: PMC7576339 DOI: 10.1155/2020/8895801] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/30/2020] [Revised: 09/24/2020] [Accepted: 10/04/2020] [Indexed: 11/18/2022] Open
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A 45-year-old man presented with severe left shoulder pain that was not associated with trauma. Plain radiography with the arm in an elevated position and ultrasonography demonstrated calcium deposits at the anterior acromial insertion site of left deltoid muscle. Conservative management could successfully relieve pain. At the 3-year follow-up, the calcification completely disappeared. To the best of our knowledge, calcium deposits at the acromial insertion site of the deltoid have not been reported in the literature. Clinicians who suspect calcific tendinitis but do not observe calcification around the rotator cuff should carefully palpate and examine other sites, such as the deltoid origin, and use ultrasonography or radiography.
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Cho CH, Bae KC, Kim BS, Kim HJ, Kim DH. Recovery pattern after arthroscopic treatment for calcific tendinitis of the shoulder. Orthop Traumatol Surg Res 2020; 106:687-691. [PMID: 32430269 DOI: 10.1016/j.otsr.2020.03.005] [Citation(s) in RCA: 6] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/14/2019] [Revised: 02/14/2020] [Accepted: 03/02/2020] [Indexed: 02/03/2023]
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INTRODUCTION The purpose of this study was to investigate serial outcomes in the early postoperative period in patients who have undergone arthroscopic treatment for calcific tendinitis of the shoulder and to determine prognostic factors affecting outcomes. HYPOTHESIS Our hypothesis was that functional recovery will take more than three months but additional procedures such as rotator cuff repair and subacromial decompression will have a slower recovery and poorer outcomes. MATERIAL AND METHODS We retrospectively reviewed 35 patients with a mean follow-up of 50.6 months. Arthroscopic surgery was performed in all patients. The visual analog scale (VAS) pain score; University of California, Los Angeles (UCLA) score; American Shoulder and Elbow Surgeons (ASES) score were evaluated preoperatively; 3, 6, and 12 months after surgery; and at the final follow-up. To evaluate the extent of calcific deposit removal and recurrence of calcification, we conducted plain radiography at each follow-up. RESULTS Nine patients had complete removal of all calcium deposits, and 26 had partial removal. At the final follow-up, all patients sustained complete resorption without any recurrence. All clinical scores showed improvement significantly in each follow-up period (p<0.001). However, VAS pain score decreased to less than 3 points at 6 months after surgery, UCLA and ASES scores also increased more than 75 percent at 6 months. Subacromial decompression was negatively correlated with VAS pain score and rotator cuff repair was negatively correlated with UCLA score, respectively (p=0.041 and p=0.028). On multivariate analysis, rotator cuff repair was negatively correlated with the final UCLA score (p=0.009). CONCLUSION This study revealed that all clinical scores were significantly improved from 3 months after arthroscopic treatment for calcific tendinitis of shoulder. However, clinical scores improved slowly, recovery of shoulder function and pain relief required up to 6 months. Subacromial decompression and rotator cuff repair were poor prognostic factors after arthroscopic treatment. LEVEL OF EVIDENCE IV, Retrospective Case Series.
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- Chul-Hyun Cho
- Department of Orthopedic Surgery, Dongsan Medical Center, School of Medicine, Keimyung University, 1035 Dalgubeol-ro, Dalseo-gu, Daegu, South Korea
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- Department of Orthopedic Surgery, Dongsan Medical Center, School of Medicine, Keimyung University, 1035 Dalgubeol-ro, Dalseo-gu, Daegu, South Korea
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- Department of Orthopedic Surgery, Dongsan Medical Center, School of Medicine, Keimyung University, 1035 Dalgubeol-ro, Dalseo-gu, Daegu, South Korea
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- Department of Orthopedic Surgery, Dongsan Medical Center, School of Medicine, Keimyung University, 1035 Dalgubeol-ro, Dalseo-gu, Daegu, South Korea
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- Department of Orthopedic Surgery, Dongsan Medical Center, School of Medicine, Keimyung University, 1035 Dalgubeol-ro, Dalseo-gu, Daegu, South Korea.
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Braun-Munzinger LB, Berndt T, Rühmann O, Lerch S. Calcifying tendinitis and outlet impingement - Evaluation of the prevalence analyzing radiological and intraoperative criteria. J Orthop 2020; 21:265-269. [PMID: 32322139 DOI: 10.1016/j.jor.2020.03.035] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/07/2020] [Accepted: 03/23/2020] [Indexed: 10/24/2022] Open
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Introduction The question of our study was to evaluate the incidence of coexisting outlet impingement among patients with calcifying tendinitis and a failure of the conservative treatment using intraoperative in addition to radiological criteria.This question is of clinical relevance as there is still a discussion about whether an additional arthroscopic subacromial decompression (ASD) should be performed when arthroscopic removal of the calcific deposits is needed. Materials and methods From February 2017 to 02/2018, we prospectively enrolled 50 patients who needed shoulder arthroscopy for calcifying tendinitis. We evaluated the x-rays for outlet impingement, measuring the lateral acromial angle (LAA), acromion slope, acromion index (AI) and Bigliani-type of the acromion. During shoulder arthroscopy, we evaluated the acromial undersurface for a bony impingement using a standardized view. If impingement was present, we performed an additional ASD. Before surgery, three months later and at final follow-up 20 months after surgery, we determined the relative Constant Score (rCS). Results 92.5% of the patients had an intraoperatively confirmed outlet impingement, whereas 82.5% of the patients had a radiological outlet impingement. The sensitivity of the radiographs was 83.8%, the specificity 33.3% when combining all parameters. The mean rCS improved significantly from 45% to 100% at final follow-up. Conclusion Our results show that coexisting outlet impingement is very common in patients with calcifying tendinitis and failure of the conservative treatment. As the radiological diagnosis is uncertain, an intraoperative assessment for impingement is rational and justifies an additional ASD.
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- Lucia Barbara Braun-Munzinger
- Clinic for Orthopaedics/Traumatology/Sports Medicine, Klinikum Agnes Karll Laatzen/Klinikum Region Hannover, Hildesheimer Str. 158, Laatzen, D-30880, Germany
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- Clinic for Orthopaedics/Traumatology/Sports Medicine, Klinikum Agnes Karll Laatzen/Klinikum Region Hannover, Hildesheimer Str. 158, Laatzen, D-30880, Germany
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- Clinic for Orthopaedics/Traumatology/Sports Medicine, Klinikum Agnes Karll Laatzen/Klinikum Region Hannover, Hildesheimer Str. 158, Laatzen, D-30880, Germany
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- Clinic for Orthopaedics/Traumatology/Sports Medicine, Klinikum Agnes Karll Laatzen/Klinikum Region Hannover, Hildesheimer Str. 158, Laatzen, D-30880, Germany
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Brinkman JC, Zaw TM, Fox MG, Wilcox JG, Hattrup SJ, Chhabra A, Neville MR, Hartigan DE. Calcific Tendonitis of the Shoulder: Protector or Predictor of Cuff Pathology? A Magnetic Resonance Imaging-Based Study. Arthroscopy 2020; 36:983-990. [PMID: 31816365 DOI: 10.1016/j.arthro.2019.11.127] [Citation(s) in RCA: 10] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/15/2019] [Revised: 11/23/2019] [Accepted: 11/24/2019] [Indexed: 02/02/2023]
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PURPOSE The purpose of this investigation is to assess the incidence of rotator cuff tears in cases of calcific tendonitis and evaluate for differences in the incidences of rotator cuff tears by magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) between calcific lesions of different morphology, size, or location. METHODS This single-center study involved a retrospective chart review searching for patients from January 2010 to April 2017 with a diagnosis of calcific tendonitis of the shoulder based on review of all MRI reads done on patients with shoulder pain. Anteroposterior radiographic and MRI studies were reviewed by a musculoskeletal radiologist to assess calcific tendonitis morphology, size, distance from cuff insertion, and any rotator cuff tear. An additional radiologist evaluated calcific tendonitis size, morphology, and location to evaluate the reliability of these variables. RESULTS In the final cohort of 318 shoulders with calcific tendonitis, the incidence of concomitant rotator cuff tears was 56%. Of all 177 tears, 164 (93%) were partial-thickness and 13 (7%) were complete. Type III calcification morphology (cloudy with soft contour) was most frequently associated with rotator cuff tears and demonstrated an increased odds of tear by a factor of 1.8 (CI95% 1.1-2.9).There was no statistical difference regarding calcification size or location prognosticating rotator cuff tears or tear thickness. Intraclass correlation coefficients for calcification size, morphology, and location were 0.78, 0.30, and 0.50, respectively. CONCLUSIONS The incidence of rotator cuff tears in cases of calcific tendonitis in this cohort of patients who underwent MRI is higher than previously reported. Cloudy-appearing calcified lesions showed a significant association with rotator cuff tears with an odds ratio of 1.8. Specific locations or sizes of calcified lesions do not appear to be reliable factors to predict concomitant rotator cuff tears. Interobserver agreement for these radiographic variables ranged from fair to substantial and prompt a cautious interpretation of these results. LEVEL OF EVIDENCE IV Retrospective Case Series.
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- Department of Orthopedics, Mayo Clinic in Arizona, Phoenix, Arizona, U.S.A
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- Department of Orthopedics, Mayo Clinic in Arizona, Phoenix, Arizona, U.S.A
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- Department of Orthopedics, Mayo Clinic in Arizona, Phoenix, Arizona, U.S.A
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- Department of Orthopedics, Mayo Clinic in Arizona, Phoenix, Arizona, U.S.A
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- Department of Orthopedics, Mayo Clinic in Arizona, Phoenix, Arizona, U.S.A
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- Department of Orthopedics, Mayo Clinic in Arizona, Phoenix, Arizona, U.S.A
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Darrieurtort-Laffite C, Bertrand-Vasseur A, Garraud T, Planche L, Le Goff B. Tolerance and effect of sodium thiosulfate in calcific tendinitis of the rotator cuff. Clin Rheumatol 2019; 39:561-569. [PMID: 31673978 DOI: 10.1007/s10067-019-04793-x] [Citation(s) in RCA: 6] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.2] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/09/2019] [Revised: 09/20/2019] [Accepted: 09/23/2019] [Indexed: 12/25/2022]
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BACKGROUND Calcific tendinitis of the rotator cuff is one of the most common causes of shoulder pain. Ultrasound-guided percutaneous lavage of calcific tendinopathy is performed when conservative treatments have failed. Sodium thiosulfate (STS) has recently been used with success in the treatment of tumoral calcinosis. The goal of this phase II study was to assess the tolerance and the feasibility of STS lavage of calcific tendinopathy. METHODS We included patient with type hard calcifications. Patients were treated with puncture and lavage followed by injection of STS in the calcification. VAS pain at rest and during activities, ultrasound, and X-ray were evaluated at 1 week and 1 and 3 months. RESULTS Seventeen patients were included. Baseline VAS at rest and during daily activities was a mean 40.2 ± 25.9 and 65.5 ± 21.6 respectively. All patients underwent the entire procedure with no adverse event. Calcium backflow could be obtained in 15 patients (88.2%). Five patients (30%) had more than 50% decrease of their calcific deposit size at 1 month and 8 (47%) patients at 3 months. VAS pain during activities and at rest decreased significantly at 3 months (p = 0.0004; p = 0.001). Efficacy would be demonstrated if 60% of the patients had more than 50% decrease size of their calcification CONCLUSION: Overall, STS was well tolerated with no side effect occurring during the procedure and the follow-up. However, no significant effect on calcium disappearance could be demonstrated compared with what is expected without STS. New studies using larger volume and repeated injections of STS are now needed. CLINICAL TRIAL REGISTRATION NUMBER NCT02538939Key Points• Lavage of calcific tendinopathy of the rotator cuff with sodium thiosulfate is feasible• No adverse events have been observed after or in the 3 months after the procedure• We could not demonstrate that sodium thiosulfate increases the chance of calcium disappearance• New studies using larger volume and repeated injections of STS are needed to further explore the interest of sodium thiosulfate in the treatment of calcific tendinopathy.
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- C Darrieurtort-Laffite
- Rheumatology Department, Hôtel-Dieu, Nantes, France.,INSERM UMR1238, Bone Sarcoma and Remodeling of Calcified Tissue, Nantes, France
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- Rheumatology Department, Hôtel-Dieu, Nantes, France
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- Biometrics and Statistic Platform, Hôtel-Dieu, Nantes, France
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- Rheumatology Department, Hôtel-Dieu, Nantes, France. .,INSERM UMR1238, Bone Sarcoma and Remodeling of Calcified Tissue, Nantes, France.
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[Painful shoulder: Frequent shoulder diseases, diagnosis and therapy]. MMW Fortschr Med 2019; 161:62-73. [PMID: 31587241 DOI: 10.1007/s15006-019-0027-5] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 10/25/2022]
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Wilson WK, Field LD. Management Strategies for Rotator Cuff Defects After Calcific Tendinitis Debridement. Arthrosc Tech 2019; 8:e1051-e1055. [PMID: 31737483 PMCID: PMC6848962 DOI: 10.1016/j.eats.2019.05.018] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.4] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/13/2018] [Accepted: 05/12/2019] [Indexed: 02/03/2023] Open
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Management of rotator cuff defects that are created in the process of excising calcific deposits for patients undergoing surgical intervention for symptomatic calcific tendinitis is not well defined. Such defects can vary considerably in depth, size, and location, and surgical treatment of these rotator cuff lesions depends on a number of factors. Accurately identifying the location and extent of these calcific deposits is important in ensuring their complete removal, and techniques designed to consistently localize these calcific deposits are also described.
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- W. Kyle Wilson
- Mississippi Sports Medicine and Orthopaedic Center, Jackson, Mississippi, U.S.A
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- Upper Extremity Service and Sports Medicine and Arthroscopy Fellowship, Mississippi Sports Medicine and Orthopaedic Center, Jackson, Mississippi, U.S.A,Address correspondence to Larry D. Field, M.D., Mississippi Sports Medicine and Orthopaedic Center, 1325 E Fortification St, Jackson, MS, 39202 U.S.A.
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Efficacy of Extracorporeal Shockwave Therapy on Calcified and Noncalcified Shoulder Tendinosis: A Propensity Score Matched Analysis. BIOMED RESEARCH INTERNATIONAL 2019; 2019:2958251. [PMID: 31001553 PMCID: PMC6437753 DOI: 10.1155/2019/2958251] [Citation(s) in RCA: 7] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.4] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/09/2019] [Accepted: 02/24/2019] [Indexed: 12/18/2022]
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Background Extracorporeal shock wave therapy (ESWT) had been proved to be beneficial in calcific tendinosis; however, the treatment efficacy in noncalcific tendinosis of rotator cuff still remains controversial. The present study was to compare the outcomes ESWT among the noncalcific rotator cuff tendinosis and different types of calcific tendinosis on the basis of similar shoulder functional status. Methods A retrospective, comparative study was conducted with the enrollment of 20 patients in each group through propensity score matching in a 1:1:1 ratio from 291 patients who underwent single ESWT for painful shoulder tendinosis. The patients were divided into three groups which included noncalcified tendinosis (NCTS), type I dense calcified tendinosis of shoulder (DCTS), and type II and type III translucent calcified tendinosis of shoulder (TCTS) according to Gartner and Heyer classification. The clinical evaluation included the subjective pain score with visual analog scale (VAS) and functional outcome with Constant and Murley score (CMS). Results Twelve months after ESWT, the VAS in TCTS (1.5 ± 2.48) was statistically significant lower than NCTS (2.9 ± 2.86) and DCTS (3.8 ± 2.46) (p=.011). For the functional outcome, the overall CMS was superior in TCTS than the NCTS and DCTS (86.9 ± 19.7 versus 78.7 ± 18.3 and 71.1 ± 17.8, p=.014). Besides, the subscales of pain score, strength, and range of motion in TCTS improved significantly better than NCTS and DCTS. 70% of patients were complaint-free in TCTS group, which was higher than the NCTS group (15%) and DCTS group (25%) (p<0.05). Conclusion The present study indicated that the high-dose ESWT posed superior clinical efficacy in type II/III calcification tendinosis rather than type I calcification and noncalcific shoulder tendinosis.
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Sansone V, Maiorano E, Galluzzo A, Pascale V. Calcific tendinopathy of the shoulder: clinical perspectives into the mechanisms, pathogenesis, and treatment. Orthop Res Rev 2018; 10:63-72. [PMID: 30774461 PMCID: PMC6209365 DOI: 10.2147/orr.s138225] [Citation(s) in RCA: 28] [Impact Index Per Article: 4.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 12/22/2022] Open
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Calcific tendinopathy (CT) of the shoulder is a common, painful condition characterized by the presence of calcium deposits in the rotator cuff tendons. Current theories indicate that CT may be the result of a cell-mediated process in which, after a stage of calcium deposition, calcifications are spontaneously resorbed. However, in a minority of cases, this self-healing process is somehow disrupted, resulting in symptoms. Recent literature shows an emerging role of biological and genetic factors underlying CT. This new evidence could supplement the classic mechanical theory of rotator cuff tendinopathy complicated by calcium precipitation, and it may also explain why the majority of the therapies currently in use are only able to provide partially satisfactory outcomes. This review aims to summarize the current knowledge about the pathological processes underlying CT of the shoulder and thereby justify the quest for advanced biological treatments of this condition when it becomes symptomatic.
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- Valerio Sansone
- Department of Orthopaedics, University of Milan, .,Department of Orthopaedics, I.R.C.C.S. Istituto Ortopedico Galeazzi, Milan, Italy,
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- Department of Orthopaedics, University of Milan, .,Department of Orthopaedics, I.R.C.C.S. Istituto Ortopedico Galeazzi, Milan, Italy,
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Klüter T, Krath A, Stukenberg M, Gollwitzer H, Harrasser N, Knobloch K, Maffulli N, Hausdorf J, Gerdesmeyer L. Electromagnetic transduction therapy and shockwave therapy in 86 patients with rotator cuff tendinopathy: A prospective randomized controlled trial. Electromagn Biol Med 2018; 37:175-183. [DOI: 10.1080/15368378.2018.1499030] [Citation(s) in RCA: 5] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 01/06/2023]
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- Tim Klüter
- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery and Traumatology, Universitätsklinikum Schleswig-Holstein, Kiel, Germany
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- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery and Traumatology, Universitätsklinikum Schleswig-Holstein, Kiel, Germany
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- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery and Traumatology, Universitätsklinikum Schleswig-Holstein, Kiel, Germany
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- Excellent Center of Medicine and ATOS-Clinic, München, Germany
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- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Klinikum rechts der Isar, München, Germany
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- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation, University Hospital of Munich (LMU), München, Germany
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- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery and Traumatology, Universitätsklinikum Schleswig-Holstein, Kiel, Germany
- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Klinikum rechts der Isar, München, Germany
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Lee TK, Shin SJ. Functional Recovery of the Shoulder after Arthroscopic Treatment for Chronic Calcific Tendinitis. Clin Shoulder Elb 2018; 21:75-81. [PMID: 33330156 PMCID: PMC7726381 DOI: 10.5397/cise.2018.21.2.75] [Citation(s) in RCA: 7] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.2] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/28/2017] [Revised: 02/14/2018] [Accepted: 03/11/2018] [Indexed: 11/30/2022] Open
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Background We investigated the resolution of pain and functional recovery of shoulder after arthroscopic removal of calcific deposits in patients with chronic calcific tendinitis. Methods We enrolled 39 patients who were treated arthroscopically for chronic calcific tendinitis that had been non-responsive to at least 6 months of conservative treatment. We evaluated clinical outcome in terms of the American Shoulder Elbow Surgeons (ASES), the Constant score, the visual analogue score (VAS) for pain. We used plain radiography to measure the size of the calcific deposits. We also analyzed the clinical outcomes in terms of whether or not a cuff repair was performed or the degree of removal of calcific deposits. Results We found that complete resolution of pain took on average 5.7 months after the arthroscopic treatment. The ASES and the Constant score significantly improved from the 3-month follow-up, however it took 6 months until the scores reached on average 80 points or above. We found that these clinical outcomes at the final follow-up did not significantly differ by whether or not cuff repair was performed. Similarly, we found that the clinical outcomes did not significantly differ by the degree of calcium removal. Conclusions We found that arthroscopic removal of calcification leads to improved clinical outcomes in patients with chronic calcific tendinitis. However, our findings show it takes at least 6 months for the clinical improvement to become statistically significant. We also found that concomitant cuff repairs or the degree of removal of calcification does not affect the clinical outcome of the arthroscopic treatment.
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- Tae Kyoung Lee
- Department of Orthopedic Surgery, Ewha Womans University Mokdong Hospital, Ewha Womans University College of Medicine, Seoul, Korea
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- Department of Orthopedic Surgery, Ewha Womans University Mokdong Hospital, Ewha Womans University College of Medicine, Seoul, Korea
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Association Between Subacromial Impingement and Acromiohumeral Distance on MRI. IRANIAN JOURNAL OF RADIOLOGY 2018. [DOI: 10.5812/iranjradiol.13811] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/16/2022]
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Electroacupuncture for the Treatment of Calcific Tendonitis. A Pilot Study. J Acupunct Meridian Stud 2018; 11:47-53. [PMID: 29436373 DOI: 10.1016/j.jams.2017.12.004] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/15/2017] [Revised: 12/20/2017] [Accepted: 12/27/2017] [Indexed: 10/18/2022] Open
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Current treatment for calcific tendonitis consists of arm rest, antiinflammatory medications, and corticosteroid injections. If unsuccessful, a lot of clinicians suggest several physiotherapy modalities, such as shockwave therapy and electrotherapy. The purpose of our study was to assess the efficacy of electroacupuncture, as a substitute for failed medical treatment in calcific tendonitis. In a pilot study, we prospectively followed 10 patients treated with electroacupuncture for calcific tendonitis who failed to respond to medical treatment. Its efficacy was assessed by evaluating the level of pain, the Beck Depression Inventory, the range of active elbow mobility, and by repeated radiological evaluation of the course of calcific deposits. All clinical and radiological observations were recorded before and within 6 months after the onset of treatment. After electroacupuncture treatment (2 Hz, 180 mA for 30-60 seconds at GB21, GB34, LI4, LI 14, LI15, TW5, TW14, Chien Chien SI9, SI12, S37, S38), the visual analog score decreased notably, and the range of motion returned to normal. Radiological evaluation demonstrated almost complete absorption of calcific deposits within 6 months, after treatment. We conclude that electroacupuncture relieved skeletal pain, improved the quality of patient's life, and contributed to total regression of the calcific depositions in followed patients. So, electroacupuncture may be a valuable treatment option for calcific tendonitis, when medical treatment fails to relieve symptoms.
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Chou WY, Wang CJ, Wu KT, Yang YJ, Ko JY, Siu KK. Prognostic factors for the outcome of extracorporeal shockwave therapy for calcific tendinitis of the shoulder. Bone Joint J 2017; 99-B:1643-1650. [PMID: 29212688 DOI: 10.1302/0301-620x.99b12.bjj-2016-1178.r1] [Citation(s) in RCA: 18] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.6] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/16/2016] [Accepted: 06/12/2017] [Indexed: 12/22/2022]
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AIMS We conducted a study to identify factors that are prognostic of the outcome of extracorporeal shockwave therapy (ESWT) for calcific tendinitis of the shoulder. PATIENTS AND METHODS Since 1998, patients with symptomatic calcific tendinitis of the rotator cuff have been treated with ESWT using an electrohydraulic mode shockwave device. One year after ESWT, patients were grouped according to the level of resorption of calcification. RESULTS Of 241 symptomatic shoulders, complete resorption (CR) of calcification occurred in 134 (CR group). The remaining 107 shoulders had incomplete resorption (ICR) (ICR group). Gartner type I calcification was most common (64.5%) in the ICR group. The mean duration of symptoms before ESWT was significantly longer in the ICR group. Overall, 81% of the CR group and 23.4% of the ICR group were symptom free. There was a strong relationship between subsidence of symptoms and remission of calcification. Poor prognosis was significantly related to Gartner type I calcification, calcification extent > 15 mm and duration of symptoms > 11 months. CONCLUSION Patients with calcific tendinitis of the shoulder who have the factors identified for a poor outcome after ESWT should undergo a different procedure. Cite this article: Bone Joint J 2017;99-B:1643-50.
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- W-Y Chou
- Kaohsiung Chang Gung Memorial Hospital and Chang Gung University College of Medicine, Kaohsiung, Taiwan
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- Kaohsiung Chang Gung Memorial Hospital and Chang Gung University College of Medicine, Kaohsiung, Taiwan
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- Kaohsiung Chang Gung Memorial Hospital and Chang Gung University College of Medicine, Kaohsiung, Taiwan
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- Kaohsiung Chang Gung Memorial Hospital and Chang Gung University College of Medicine, Kaohsiung, Taiwan
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- Kaohsiung Chang Gung Memorial Hospital and Chang Gung University College of Medicine, Kaohsiung, Taiwan
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- Kaohsiung Chang Gung Memorial Hospital and Chang Gung University College of Medicine, Kaohsiung, Taiwan
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Hashiguchi H, Iwashita S, Okubo A, Takai S. Arthroscopic Removal and Tendon Repair for Refractory Rotator Cuff Calcific Tendinitis of the Shoulder. J NIPPON MED SCH 2017; 84:19-24. [PMID: 28331139 DOI: 10.1272/jnms.84.19] [Citation(s) in RCA: 9] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/19/2022]
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BACKGROUND The purpose of this study was to evaluate clinical and radiological outcomes of arthroscopic treatment for refractory rotator cuff calcific tendinitis of the shoulder. METHODS Subjects were 37 patients (35 women and 2 men; mean age, 47.8 years; age range 34-61 years) who had undergone arthroscopic treatment for calcific tendinitis of the shoulder. Despite sufficient nonsurgical treatments, all patients had residual calcific deposit with persistent or recurrent pain. Before surgery, all patients underwent 3-directional radiographs of the shoulder and three-dimensional computed tomography to determine the location and size of calcific deposit. Arthroscopic surgery was performed with the patient under general anesthesia in the lateral decubitus position. A 2-cm single longitudinal incision was made with a radiofrequency hook blade on the tendon surface above calcific deposit. Calcific deposit was removed as much as possible with a curette and a motorized shaver. The incised tendon was repaired with a side-to-side suture with strong sutures. The Japanese Orthopaedic Association shoulder score was used to evaluate clinical outcomes. The extent of calcific deposit removal was evaluated with radiographs obtained before surgery, 1 week after the surgery and at the final follow-up examination. RESULTS The mean follow-up duration was 30.4 (range, 13-72) months. The mean shoulder score significantly improved from 69.7 (range, 58-80) points before surgery to 97.8 (range, 89-100) points at the final follow-up examination. Postoperative radiographs in all patients, showed that the calcific deposit was resolved or reduced and those from 1 week after surgery to the final examination showed no evidence of recurrence or enlargement of calcific deposit. The calcific deposit had completely resolved in 34 patients but remained in 3 patients. CONCLUSION When treating calcific tendinitis of the shoulder, it is important to accurately determine the size and location of calcific deposit by radiographs and 3-dimensional computed tomography. Satisfactory clinical and radiological outcomes can be expected after reliable removal of calcific deposit through a single longitudinal incision and side-to-side repair with strong sutures, in association with an appropriate rehabilitation program.
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- Hiroshi Hashiguchi
- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Nippon Medical School Chiba Hokusoh Hospital
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Verstraelen FU, Fievez E, Janssen L, Morrenhof W. Surgery for calcifying tendinitis of the shoulder: A systematic review. World J Orthop 2017; 8:424-430. [PMID: 28567346 PMCID: PMC5434349 DOI: 10.5312/wjo.v8.i5.424] [Citation(s) in RCA: 10] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.4] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/09/2016] [Revised: 01/03/2017] [Accepted: 02/13/2017] [Indexed: 02/06/2023] Open
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AIM To systematically search literature and determine a preferable surgical procedure in patients with failed conservative treatment of calcifying tendinitis of the shoulder.
METHODS The electronic online databases MEDLINE (through PubMed), EMBASE (through OVID), CINAHL (through EB- SCO), Web of Science and Cochrane Central Register of Controlled Trials were systematically searched in May 2016. Eligible for inclusion were all available studies with level II and level III evidence (LoE). Data was assessed and extracted by two independent review authors using a specifically for this study designed data extraction form.
RESULTS Six studies (294 surgically treated shoulders) were included in this review. No significant differences between the three available treatment options (acromioplasty with the removal of the calcific deposits, acromioplasty or solely the removal of the calcific deposits) were detected regarding the functional and clinical outcome. The follow-up ranged from 12 mo to 5 years. Complication rates were low. No reoperations were necessary and the only reported complication was adhesive capsulitis, which in all cases could be treated conservatively with full recovery.
CONCLUSION We found that all three available treatment options show good functional and clinical outcomes in the short and midterm. However, a favorable procedure is difficult to determine due to the lack of high-quality comparing studies.
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BACKGROUND Tendinopathies of the shoulder and elbow joint are a common problem. According to the current state of knowledge tendinopathies can be separated into acute and chronic tendinitis as well as degenerative tendinosis. ORIGIN The causes of tendinopathy can be intrinsic, extrinsic or a combination of both. A false straining or overuse with repetitive microtrauma is often the cause. Particularly affected are tendons of the rotator cuff, the long biceps tendons and lower arm extensors. TREATMENT Priority is given to conservative appproaches for these disease processes. Following appropriate diagnostics the pain can be reduced and function can be improved by specific training. When conservative treatment is unsuccessful and in the presence of certain indications, a surgical approach should be considered. In these cases a structural damage of the tendon often already exists, which could have resulted from the tendinopathy. The structural damage must be considered as a separate entity and differentiated from the tendinopathy.
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- Nael Hawi
- Unfallchirurgische Klinik, Medizinische Hochschule Hannover, Carl-Neuberg-Str. 1, 30625, Hannover, Deutschland.
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- Unfallchirurgische Klinik, Medizinische Hochschule Hannover, Carl-Neuberg-Str. 1, 30625, Hannover, Deutschland
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- Unfallchirurgische Klinik, Medizinische Hochschule Hannover, Carl-Neuberg-Str. 1, 30625, Hannover, Deutschland
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- Unfallchirurgische Klinik, Medizinische Hochschule Hannover, Carl-Neuberg-Str. 1, 30625, Hannover, Deutschland
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- Unfallchirurgische Klinik, Medizinische Hochschule Hannover, Carl-Neuberg-Str. 1, 30625, Hannover, Deutschland
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Klontzas ME, Vassalou EE, Karantanas AH. Calcific tendinopathy of the shoulder with intraosseous extension: outcomes of ultrasound-guided percutaneous irrigation. Skeletal Radiol 2017; 46:201-208. [PMID: 27909786 DOI: 10.1007/s00256-016-2538-9] [Citation(s) in RCA: 14] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/16/2016] [Revised: 11/13/2016] [Accepted: 11/15/2016] [Indexed: 02/02/2023]
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OBJECTIVES Rotator cuff calcific tendinopathy (RCCT) with intraosseous extension is a rare complication of tendinous and peritendinous involvement. The purpose of our study is to evaluate the outcome of ultrasound-guided percutaneous irrigation of calcific tendinopathy (US-PICT) in patients with intraosseous involvement. MATERIALS AND METHODS From January 2011 to June 2014, patients with a clinical and imaging diagnosis of RCCT were prospectively categorised in two groups based on imaging findings: group A (10 patients) with intraosseous RCCT and group B (control group 35 patients) without osseous involvement. US-PICT followed by subacromial injection was applied to all patients in groups A and B. During a 1-year follow-up, treatment outcome in terms of pain and functional improvement was evaluated at 3 weeks, 3 months, 6 months, and 1 year, with the use of a four-grade scale. The study has been approved by our hospital's ethics committee. RESULTS Mean improvement scores of group A were significantly lower than those of group B at all time points (p < 0.0001). Improvement of group B was noted mainly within the first 3 months post-treatment (p = 0.016). CONCLUSION Outcomes of ultrasound-guided treatment in cases of RCCT with intraosseous extension are significantly less favourable than in purely tendinous or peritendinous disease.
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- Michail E Klontzas
- Department of Medical Imaging, University Hospital and Department of Radiology, University of Crete, 71110, Heraklion, Crete, Greece.,Department of Chemical Engineering, Imperial College London, London, UK
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- Department of Medical Imaging, University Hospital and Department of Radiology, University of Crete, 71110, Heraklion, Crete, Greece
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- Department of Medical Imaging, University Hospital and Department of Radiology, University of Crete, 71110, Heraklion, Crete, Greece.
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Ranalletta M, Rossi LA, Sirio A, Bruchmann G, Maignon GD, Bongiovanni SL. Return to Sports After Arthroscopic Treatment of Rotator Cuff Calcifications in Athletes. Orthop J Sports Med 2016; 4:2325967116669310. [PMID: 27826596 PMCID: PMC5084521 DOI: 10.1177/2325967116669310] [Citation(s) in RCA: 3] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.4] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 12/17/2022] Open
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BACKGROUND Arthroscopic treatment of calcific deposits of rotator cuff tears has been described with successful results in the general population. However, despite the high frequency of this condition, there is no information in the literature regarding arthroscopic treatment of rotator cuff calcifications in athletes. PURPOSE To analyze the time to return to sport, clinical outcomes, and complications of complete arthroscopic removal of intratendinous calcific deposits and repair of the tendon lesion without acromioplasty in athletes. STUDY DESIGN Case series; Level of evidence, 4. METHODS This study retrospectively evaluated 24 consecutive patients with a mean age of 36.2 years. The mean follow-up was 59 months (range, 24-108 months). Patients completed a questionnaire focused on the time to return to sport and treatment course. Pre- and postoperative functional assessment was performed using the Constant score and University of California Los Angeles (UCLA) score. Pain was assessed by visual analog scale (VAS). Radiographs and magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) were performed to evaluate the recurrence of calcifications and the indemnity of the supraspinatus tendon repair. RESULTS Of the 24 patients, 23 (95.8%) were able to return to sports; 91.3% returned to the same level. The mean time to return to play was 5.3 months (range, 3-9 months): 26% of patients (6/23) returned to sports in less than 4 months, 61% (14/24) returned between 4 and 6 months, and 13% (3/24) returned after the sixth month. The mean Constant score increased from 26.9 preoperatively to 89.7 postoperatively (P < .001), and the UCLA score increased from 17.3 preoperatively to 33.2 postoperatively (P < .001). Significant improvement was obtained for pain (mean VAS, 8.4 [before surgery] vs 0.6 [after]; P < .001). The overall majority (91.6%) of patients were satisfied with their result. MRI examination at last follow-up (79% of patients) showed no tendon tears. CONCLUSION In athletes with calcifying tendinitis of the supraspinatus tendon with failed nonoperative treatment, complete arthroscopic removal of calcific deposits and tendon repair without acromioplasty results in significant pain relief and improvement in functional outcomes. Most patients return to the same level of proficiency regardless of the type of sport and the level of competition before injury, with 91.6% of patients satisfied with their results.
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- Maximiliano Ranalletta
- Department of Orthopedics and Traumatology, Prof Dr Carlos E. Ottolenghi Italian Hospital of Buenos Aires, Buenos Aires, Argentina
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- Department of Orthopedics and Traumatology, Prof Dr Carlos E. Ottolenghi Italian Hospital of Buenos Aires, Buenos Aires, Argentina
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- Department of Orthopedics and Traumatology, Prof Dr Carlos E. Ottolenghi Italian Hospital of Buenos Aires, Buenos Aires, Argentina
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- Department of Orthopedics and Traumatology, Prof Dr Carlos E. Ottolenghi Italian Hospital of Buenos Aires, Buenos Aires, Argentina
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- Department of Orthopedics and Traumatology, Prof Dr Carlos E. Ottolenghi Italian Hospital of Buenos Aires, Buenos Aires, Argentina
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- Department of Orthopedics and Traumatology, Prof Dr Carlos E. Ottolenghi Italian Hospital of Buenos Aires, Buenos Aires, Argentina
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Radiological and clinical predictors of long-term outcome in rotator cuff calcific tendinitis. Eur Radiol 2016; 26:3401-11. [PMID: 26945760 PMCID: PMC5021725 DOI: 10.1007/s00330-016-4224-7] [Citation(s) in RCA: 28] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/10/2015] [Revised: 01/04/2016] [Accepted: 01/15/2016] [Indexed: 12/12/2022]
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OBJECTIVES Knowledge on the epidemiology and long-term course of rotator cuff calcific tendinitis (RCCT) is scarce. We assessed demographics, radiological characteristics, and their association with long-term outcomes in a large patient group. METHODS Baseline demographics, radiological characteristics and treatment were recorded in 342 patients. Interobserver agreement of radiological measures was analyzed. Long-term outcome was evaluated with questionnaires (WORC, DASH). The association of baseline characteristics with outcome was assessed. RESULTS Mean age was 49.0 (SD = 10.0), and 59.5 % were female. The dominant arm was affected in 66.0 %, and 21.3 % had bilateral disease. Calcifications were on average 18.7 mm (SD = 10.1, ICC = 0.84 (p < 0.001)) and located 10.1 mm (SD = 11.8) medially to the acromion (ICC = 0.77 (p < 0.001)). Gärtner type I calcifications were found in 32.1 % (Kappa = 0.47 (p < 0.001)). After 14 years (SD = 7.1) of follow-up, median WORC was 72.5 (range, 3.0-100.0; WORC < 60 in 42 %) and median DASH 17.0 (range, 0.0-82.0). Female gender, dominant arm involvement, bilateral disease, longer duration of symptoms, and multiple calcifications were associated with inferior WORC. DASH results were similar. CONCLUSIONS Many subjects have persisting shoulder complaints years after diagnosis, regardless of treatment. Female gender, dominant arm involvement, bilateral disease, longer duration of symptoms, and multiple calcifications were associated with inferior outcome. Radiological measures had moderate-to-good reliability and no prognostic value. KEY POINTS • Most RCCT studies report on short-term outcome and/or small patients groups. • In this large, long-term observational study, RCCT appeared to not be self-limiting in many subjects. • Negative prognostic factors included female gender, more calcifications, dominant arm affected, and longer duration of symptoms. • Interobserver agreement of general radiological RCCT measures is moderate to good. • More rigorous diagnostics and treatment might be needed in specific RCCT cases.
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Jaeger M, Berndt T, Rühmann O, Lerch S. Patients With Impingement Syndrome With and Without Rotator Cuff Tears Do Well 20 Years After Arthroscopic Subacromial Decompression. Arthroscopy 2016; 32:409-15. [PMID: 26507160 DOI: 10.1016/j.arthro.2015.08.026] [Citation(s) in RCA: 31] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.9] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/05/2015] [Revised: 07/20/2015] [Accepted: 08/11/2015] [Indexed: 02/02/2023]
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PURPOSE To present the long-term outcome of arthroscopic subacromial decompression (ASD) for patients with impingement syndrome with or without rotator cuff tears as well as with or without calcific tendinitis in a follow-up of 20 years. METHODS We included 95 patients after a mean follow-up of 19.9 (19.5 to 20.5) years. All patients underwent ASD, including acromioplasty, resection of the coracoacromial ligament, and coplaning without cuff repair. The Constant score was used to assess the functioning of the shoulder. In addition, we defined a combined failure end point of a poor Constant score and revision surgery. RESULTS Revision surgery was performed in14.7% of the patients. The combined end point showed successful results in 78.8% of all cases. All patients with isolated impingement syndrome achieved successful results. Those with partial-thickness tears had successful outcomes in 90.9% of all cases, and patients with full-thickness tears had successful outcomes in 70.6% of all cases. The tendinitis calcarea group showed the poorest results, with a 65.2% success rate. CONCLUSIONS Our long-term results show that patients with impingement syndrome who received ASD, including acromioplasty, resection of the coracoacromial ligament, and coplaning do well 20 years after the index surgery. ASD without cuff repair even appears to be a safe, efficacious, and sustainable procedure for patients with partial rotator cuff tears. LEVEL OF EVIDENCE Level IV, therapeutic case series.
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- Moritz Jaeger
- Clinic of Orthopedics, Traumatology and Sports Medicine, Klinikum Agnes Karll Laatzen, Klinikum Region Hannover, Laatzen, Germany.
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- Clinic of Orthopedics, Traumatology and Sports Medicine, Klinikum Agnes Karll Laatzen, Klinikum Region Hannover, Laatzen, Germany
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- Clinic of Orthopedics, Traumatology and Sports Medicine, Klinikum Agnes Karll Laatzen, Klinikum Region Hannover, Laatzen, Germany
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- Clinic of Orthopedics, Traumatology and Sports Medicine, Klinikum Agnes Karll Laatzen, Klinikum Region Hannover, Laatzen, Germany
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Merolla G, Singh S, Paladini P, Porcellini G. Calcific tendinitis of the rotator cuff: state of the art in diagnosis and treatment. J Orthop Traumatol 2016; 17:7-14. [PMID: 26163832 PMCID: PMC4805635 DOI: 10.1007/s10195-015-0367-6] [Citation(s) in RCA: 47] [Impact Index Per Article: 5.9] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/31/2015] [Accepted: 06/25/2015] [Indexed: 12/21/2022] Open
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Calcific tendinitis is a painful shoulder disorder characterised by either single or multiple deposits in the rotator cuff tendon. Although the disease subsides spontaneously in most cases, a subpopulation of patients continue to complain of pain and shoulder dysfunction and the deposits do not show any signs of resolution. Although several treatment options have been proposed, clinical results are controversial and often the indication for a given therapy remains a matter of clinician choice. Herein, we report on the current state of the art in the pathogenesis, diagnosis and treatment of calcific tendinitis of the rotator cuff.
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- Giovanni Merolla
- Unit of Shoulder and Elbow Surgery, D. Cervesi Hospital, Cattolica (RN) - AUSL della Romagna Ambito Territoriale di Rimini, Italy.
- Biomechanics Laboratory "Marco Simoncelli", D. Cervesi Hospital, Cattolica (RN) - AUSL della Romagna Ambito Territoriale di Rimini, Italy.
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- Unit of Shoulder and Elbow Surgery, D. Cervesi Hospital, Cattolica (RN) - AUSL della Romagna Ambito Territoriale di Rimini, Italy
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- Unit of Shoulder and Elbow Surgery, D. Cervesi Hospital, Cattolica (RN) - AUSL della Romagna Ambito Territoriale di Rimini, Italy
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- Unit of Shoulder and Elbow Surgery, D. Cervesi Hospital, Cattolica (RN) - AUSL della Romagna Ambito Territoriale di Rimini, Italy
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Castagna A, DE Giorgi S, Garofalo R, Conti M, Tafuri S, Moretti B. Calcifying tendinitis of the shoulder: arthroscopic needling versus complete calcium removal and rotator cuff repair. A prospective comparative study. JOINTS 2016; 3:166-72. [PMID: 26904521 DOI: 10.11138/jts/2015.3.4.166] [Citation(s) in RCA: 4] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/17/2022]
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PURPOSE the aim of the present study was to verify the differences in the clinical outcomes of two arthroscopic techniques used to treat calcifying tendinitis of the shoulder: needling versus complete removal of the calcium deposit and tendon repair. METHODS from September 2010 to September 2012, 40 patients with calcifying tendinitis of the rotator cuff were arthroscopically treated by the same surgeon using one of the two following techniques: needling (Group 1) and complete removal of the calcium deposit and tendon repair with suture anchors (Group 2). Both groups followed the same rehabilitation program. The two groups were compared at 6 and 12 months of follow-up for the presence of residual calcifications and for the following clinical outcomes: Constant score, American Shoulder and Elbow Surgeons Evaluation Form (ASES) shoulder score, University of California Los Angeles (UCLA) shoulder rating scale, Simple Shoulder Test (SST) and Visual Analogue Scale (VAS). RESULTS all the clinical scores (Constant, ASES, UCLA, SST and VAS scores) improved significantly between baseline and postoperative follow-up, both at 6 and at 12 months. No differences at final follow-up were found between the two groups. CONCLUSIONS both the techniques were effective in solving the symptoms of calcifying tendinitis of the shoulder. Clinical scores improved in both groups. Residual calcifications were found in only a few cases and were always less than 10 mm. LEVEL OF EVIDENCE Level II, prospective comparative study.
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- Alessandro Castagna
- Shoulder and Elbow Service, IRCCS Humanitas Institute, Rozzano, Milan, Italy
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- Department of Basic Medical Sciences, Neurosciences and Sensory Organs, University of Bari, Italy
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- Shoulder Service, MIULLI Hospital, Acquaviva delle Fonti, Bari, Italy
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- Shoulder and Elbow Service, IRCCS Humanitas Institute, Rozzano, Milan, Italy
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- Department of Biomedical Science and Human Oncology, University of Bari, Italy
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- Shoulder and Elbow Service, IRCCS Humanitas Institute, Rozzano, Milan, Italy
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Verhaegen F, Brys P, Debeer P. Rotator cuff healing after needling of a calcific deposit using platelet-rich plasma augmentation: a randomized, prospective clinical trial. J Shoulder Elbow Surg 2016; 25:169-73. [PMID: 26775091 DOI: 10.1016/j.jse.2015.10.009] [Citation(s) in RCA: 93] [Impact Index Per Article: 11.6] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/08/2015] [Revised: 10/05/2015] [Accepted: 10/18/2015] [Indexed: 02/01/2023]
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BACKGROUND Arthroscopic needling of a rotator cuff calcification is a highly reliable operation in terms of pain relief and return of function. However, during the needling process, a cuff defect is created. Little is known about the evolution of this defect. METHODS We conducted a prospective, randomized controlled clinical trial to investigate the evolution of the aforementioned defect and the role of platelet-rich plasma (PRP) augmentation in this healing process. Patients were randomized to either group 1 (PRP, n = 20) or group 2 (no PRP [control group], n = 20). Patients in group 1 received a perioperative PRP infiltration at the rotator cuff defect, whereas the control group did not. Patients were assessed clinically preoperatively and postoperatively at 6 weeks, 3 and 6 months, and 1 year. The Constant score, Simple Shoulder Test, and QuickDASH (short version of Disabilities of the Arm, Shoulder and Hand questionnaire) were used as outcome measures. The evolution of the cuff defect was evaluated on sonography at 3 and 6 months and with magnetic resonance imaging after 1 year. RESULTS All patients improved significantly after surgery (P < .05). There was no difference in clinical outcome or rotator cuff healing between groups. We observed a high rate of persistent rotator cuff defects after 1 year in both groups. The presence of residual cuff defects did not influence the clinical outcome. CONCLUSION Arthroscopic needling is an operation with a predictive, good clinical outcome. We found a high rate of persistent rotator cuff defects after 1 year. This study could not identify any beneficial effect of the addition of PRP on rotator cuff healing. LEVEL OF EVIDENCE Level II; Randomized Controlled Trial; Treatment Study.
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- Filip Verhaegen
- Department of Development and Regeneration, KU Leuven, Division of Orthopaedics, University Hospitals Leuven, Pellenberg, Belgium.
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- Department of Radiology, University Hospitals Leuven, Pellenberg, Belgium
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- Department of Development and Regeneration, KU Leuven, Division of Orthopaedics, University Hospitals Leuven, Pellenberg, Belgium
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Louwerens JKG, Veltman ES, van Noort A, van den Bekerom MPJ. The Effectiveness of High-Energy Extracorporeal Shockwave Therapy Versus Ultrasound-Guided Needling Versus Arthroscopic Surgery in the Management of Chronic Calcific Rotator Cuff Tendinopathy: A Systematic Review. Arthroscopy 2016; 32:165-75. [PMID: 26382637 DOI: 10.1016/j.arthro.2015.06.049] [Citation(s) in RCA: 44] [Impact Index Per Article: 5.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/08/2015] [Revised: 06/17/2015] [Accepted: 06/30/2015] [Indexed: 02/02/2023]
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PURPOSE The objectives of this comprehensive quantitative review of the treatment of calcific tendinopathy of the rotator cuff were to investigate if there is a sustainable positive effect on outcomes after treatment with high-energy extracorporeal shockwave therapy (ESWT) or ultrasound (US)-guided needling and to compare these results with those of treatment with arthroscopic surgery. METHODS The PRISMA (Preferred Reporting Items for Systematic Reviews and Meta-Analyses) guidelines were followed to conduct this review. A systematic literature search was conducted in December 2014 to identify relevant clinical articles in peer-reviewed journals with at least 6 months' follow-up. Each article was scored using the Coleman Methodology Score. The primary endpoints were functional outcome and radiologic change in the size of the calcific deposit. RESULTS Twenty-two studies were included (1,258 shoulders). The mean Coleman Methodology Score for the included studies was 77.1 ± 9.1. Overall, good to excellent clinical outcomes were achieved after treatment with either high-energy ESWT, US-guided needling, or arthroscopic surgery, with an improvement in the Constant-Murley score ranging between 26.3 and 41.5 points after 1 year. No severe side effects or long-term complications were encountered. CONCLUSIONS Patients can achieve good to excellent clinical outcomes after high-energy ESWT, US-guided needling, and arthroscopy for calcific tendinopathy of the shoulder. Side effects and post-treatment complications should be taken into account when a decision is being made for each individual patient. Physicians should consider high-energy ESWT and US-guided needling as minimally invasive treatment options when primary conservative treatment fails. Arthroscopy can safely be used as a very effective but more invasive secondary option, although the extent of deposit removal and the additional benefit of subacromial decompression remain unclear. LEVEL OF EVIDENCE Level IV, systematic review of Level I, II, and IV studies.
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- Jan K G Louwerens
- Research Center Linnaeus Institute, Spaarne Hospital, Hoofddorp, Netherlands; Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Spaarne Hospital, Hoofddorp, Netherlands.
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- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Spaarne Hospital, Hoofddorp, Netherlands
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- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Spaarne Hospital, Hoofddorp, Netherlands
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Bazzocchi A, Pelotti P, Serraino S, Battaglia M, Bettelli G, Fusaro I, Guglielmi G, Rotini R, Albisinni U. Ultrasound imaging-guided percutaneous treatment of rotator cuff calcific tendinitis: success in short-term outcome. Br J Radiol 2015; 89:20150407. [PMID: 26607641 DOI: 10.1259/bjr.20150407] [Citation(s) in RCA: 24] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/05/2022] Open
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OBJECTIVE Rotator cuff calcific tendinitis (RCCT) is a common cause of shoulder pain in adults and typically presents as activity-related shoulder pain. Between non-surgical and surgical treatment options, today a few minimal invasive techniques are available to remove the calcific deposit, and they represent a cornerstone in the management of this painful clinical condition. The aim of the work was a retrospective evaluation of double-needle ultrasound-guided percutaneous fragmentation and lavage (DNL), focused on understanding the factors which are of major importance in determining a quick and good response at 1 month. METHODS A series of 147 patients affected by RCCT and suitable for DNL were evaluated. A systematic review of anamnestic, clinical and imaging data was performed in 144 shoulders treated in a single-centre setting. Clinical reports and imaging examinations were revisited. The inclusion criteria were submission to DNL, therefore fitness for the percutaneous procedure, and following 1-month follow-up. There was no exclusion owing to risk of bias. The treatment was defined as successful for constant shoulder modified score (CSS) improvement of >50% at 1 month. RESULTS In 70% of shoulders, the treatment resulted in a quick and significant reduction of symptoms (successful). On the whole, CSS increase at 1 month was estimated at 91.5 ± 69.1%. CSS variations were significantly related to age of patients (better results between 30 and 40 years old), calcification size (more relevant improvement for middle-sized calcifications, 12-17 mm), sonographic and radiographic features of calcific deposits (softer calcifications) and thickening of subacromial/subdeltoid bursa walls. In the final model of stepwise regression for CSS variation, ultrasound score pre-treatment and post-treatment, the distance between bursa and calcification before treatment and the size of post-treatment calcification area were shown to be independently correlated to success. Numeric rating scale score for pain showed similar results. Pain at admission was also related to age, calcification size, ultrasound and Gärtner score, power Doppler positivity, bursal wall thickening and biceps tenosynovitis. CONCLUSION The success of the procedure with quick improvement in function and symptoms is warranted in soft and middle-sized calcifications, in young adults. ADVANCES IN KNOWLEDGE Ultrasound-guided percutaneous procedures for RCCT must be safe, effective and with prompt pain relief and function restoration. This study shows which clinical picture is more favourable to this purpose and actual prognostic factors for DNL (soft and middle-sized calcifications, in young adults, are more favourable).
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- Alberto Bazzocchi
- 1 Diagnostic and Interventional Radiology, The "Rizzoli" Orthopaedic Institute, Bologna, Italy
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- 1 Diagnostic and Interventional Radiology, The "Rizzoli" Orthopaedic Institute, Bologna, Italy
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- 1 Diagnostic and Interventional Radiology, The "Rizzoli" Orthopaedic Institute, Bologna, Italy
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- 1 Diagnostic and Interventional Radiology, The "Rizzoli" Orthopaedic Institute, Bologna, Italy
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- 2 Shoulder and Elbow Surgery Unit, The "Rizzoli" Orthopaedic Institute, Bologna, Italy
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- 3 Physical Therapy and Rehabilitation Unit, The "Rizzoli" Orthopaedic Institute, Bologna, Italy
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- 4 Department of Radiology, University of Foggia, Foggia, Italy.,5 Department of Radiology, Scientific Institute "Casa Sollievo della Sofferenza" Hospital, Foggia, Italy
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- 2 Shoulder and Elbow Surgery Unit, The "Rizzoli" Orthopaedic Institute, Bologna, Italy
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- 1 Diagnostic and Interventional Radiology, The "Rizzoli" Orthopaedic Institute, Bologna, Italy
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Clement ND, Watts AC, Phillips C, McBirnie JM. Short-Term Outcome After Arthroscopic Bursectomy Debridement of Rotator Cuff Calcific Tendonopathy With and Without Subacromial Decompression: A Prospective Randomized Controlled Trial. Arthroscopy 2015; 31:1680-7. [PMID: 26188787 DOI: 10.1016/j.arthro.2015.05.015] [Citation(s) in RCA: 24] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/09/2014] [Revised: 05/21/2015] [Accepted: 05/29/2015] [Indexed: 02/02/2023]
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PURPOSE To conduct a prospective randomized controlled trial to assess whether arthroscopic bursectomy and debridement of the calcific deposit, with or without subacromial decompression, influences the functional outcome of patients with calcific tendonitis. METHODS During a 4-year period, 80 patients were recruited who presented to the study center with refractory calcific tendonitis of the shoulder. Forty patients were randomized to have a subacromial decompression, and 40 were randomized not to have a subacromial decompression in combination with bursectomy and arthroscopic removal of the calcific deposit. All surgery was performed by one surgeon who was blinded to the functional assessment of the patients. Patient demographics, body mass index (BMI), and length of symptoms were recorded at the time of randomization. Patients were asked to complete a pain visual analog score (VAS), short form (SF-12), disability arm shoulder and hand (DASH), and Constant score (CS) preoperatively and at 1 year postoperatively. RESULTS There were 21 male and 59 female patients with a mean age of 49 (range, 32 to 75) years. The mean time of follow-up was 13 (range, 12 to 15) months. There were no significant differences in gender, age, BMI, length of symptoms, or preoperative outcome measures assessed between the groups. Overall, for both groups there was a significant improvement in the pain VAS (P < .001), DASH (P < .001), and CS (P < .001) at 1 year compared with preoperative scores. There were no significant differences demonstrated between the groups for improvement in the pain VAS (P = .57), DASH (P = .93), SF-12 physical component score (P = .58), or CS (P = .27) at 1 year. CONCLUSIONS This study has demonstrated that the short-term functional outcome of patients with calcific tendonitis after arthroscopic bursectomy and debridement of the calcific deposit is not influenced if performed in combination with or without a subacromial decompression. LEVEL OF EVIDENCE Level I therapeutic study, randomized controlled trial.
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- Wrightington Hospital, Appley Bridge, Wigan, United Kingdom
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- Shoulder Unit, Royal Infirmary of Edinburgh, Little France, United Kingdom
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- Shoulder Unit, Royal Infirmary of Edinburgh, Little France, United Kingdom
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Merolla G, Bhat MG, Paladini P, Porcellini G. Complications of calcific tendinitis of the shoulder: a concise review. J Orthop Traumatol 2015; 16:175-83. [PMID: 25697847 PMCID: PMC4559544 DOI: 10.1007/s10195-015-0339-x] [Citation(s) in RCA: 40] [Impact Index Per Article: 4.4] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/27/2014] [Accepted: 01/30/2015] [Indexed: 01/01/2023] Open
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UNLABELLED Calcific tendinitis (CT) of the rotator cuff (RC) muscles in the shoulder is a disorder which remains asymptomatic in a majority of patients. Once manifested, it can present in different ways which can have negative effects both socially and professionally for the patient. The treatment modalities can be either conservative or surgical. There is poor literature evidence on the complications of this condition with little consensus on the treatment of choice. In this review, the literature was extensively searched in order to study and compile together the complications of CT of the shoulder and present it in a clear form to ease the understanding for all the professionals involved in the management of this disorder. Essentially there are five major complications of CT: pain, adhesive capsulitis, RC tears, greater tuberosity osteolysis and ossifying tendinitis. All the above complications have been explained right from their origin to the control measures required for the relief of the patient. LEVEL OF EVIDENCE 5.
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- Giovanni Merolla
- Unit of Shoulder and Elbow Surgery, D. Cervesi Hospital, Cattolica, AUSL della Romagna Ambito Territoriale di Rimini, Rimini, Italy,
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Tendinitis calcarea der langen Bizepssehne. ARTHROSKOPIE 2015. [DOI: 10.1007/s00142-015-0018-1] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 10/23/2022]
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Interventional Musculoskeletal Ultrasound. CURRENT RADIOLOGY REPORTS 2015. [DOI: 10.1007/s40134-015-0105-0] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 10/23/2022]
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Amri A, Yukata K, Nakai S, Hara M, Yamanaka I, Hamawaki JI. Spontaneous resorption of calcification at the long head of the biceps tendon. Shoulder Elbow 2015; 7:190-2. [PMID: 27582978 PMCID: PMC4935155 DOI: 10.1177/1758573214567559] [Citation(s) in RCA: 3] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/01/2014] [Accepted: 11/27/2014] [Indexed: 11/16/2022]
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Calcific tendinitis of the long head of the biceps tendon is a rare cause of shoulder pain. Calcium deposits are often spontaneously resorbed or reduced in size in the rotator cuff tendons, which represent the most common sites of calcific tendinitis around the shoulder. To our knowledge, no case of spontaneous resorption of calcification in the long head of the biceps tendon has been reported in the literature. Here, we report one such case and describe its successful treatment using a conservative approach.
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- Kiminori Yukata, Department of Orthopedic Surgery, Hamawaki Orthopaedic Hospital, 4-6-6 Otemachi Naka-ku, Hiroshima 730-0051, Japan. E-mail: Tel: +81822401166
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Isolated acromioplasty for calcific tendinitis produces good results at 3-year follow-up. CURRENT ORTHOPAEDIC PRACTICE 2015. [DOI: 10.1097/bco.0000000000000240] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.2] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/26/2022]
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Ranalletta M, Rossi LA, Bongiovanni SL, Tanoira I, Piuzzi N, Maignon G. Arthroscopic Removal and Rotator Cuff Repair Without Acromioplasty for the Treatment of Symptomatic Calcifying Tendinitis of the Supraspinatus Tendon. Orthop J Sports Med 2015; 3:2325967115577957. [PMID: 26665052 PMCID: PMC4622339 DOI: 10.1177/2325967115577957] [Citation(s) in RCA: 15] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 02/06/2023] Open
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Background: Calcified rotator cuff tendinitis is a common cause of chronic shoulder pain that leads to significant pain and functional limitations. Although most patients respond well to conservative treatment, some eventually require surgical treatment. Purpose: To evaluate the clinical outcome with arthroscopic removal of calcific deposit and rotator cuff repair without acromioplasty for the treatment of calcific tendinitis of the supraspinatus tendon. Study Design: Case series; Level of evidence, 4. Methods: This study retrospectively evaluated 30 consecutive patients with a mean age of 49.2 years. The mean follow-up was 35 months (range, 24-88 months). Pre- and postoperative functional assessment was performed using the Constant score, University of California Los Angeles (UCLA) score, and Quick Disabilities of the Arm, Shoulder, and Hand (DASH). Pain was assessed by visual analog scale (VAS). Radiographs and magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) were performed to evaluate the recurrence of calcifications and the indemnity of the supraspinatus tendon repair. Results: Significant improvement was obtained for pain (mean VAS, 8.7 before surgery to 0.8 after; P < .001). The mean Constant score increased from 23.9 preoperatively to 85.3 postoperatively (P < .001), the mean Quick DASH score decreased from 47.3 preoperatively to 8.97 postoperatively (P < .001), and the UCLA score increased from 15.8 preoperatively to 32.2 postoperatively (P < .001). MRI examination at last follow-up (70% of patients) showed no tendon tears, and 96.2% of patients were satisfied with their results. Conclusion: Arthroscopic removal and rotator cuff repair without acromioplasty can lead to good results in patients with symptomatic calcifying tendonitis of the supraspinatus tendon.
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- Italian Hospital of Buenos Aires, Buenos Aires, Argentina
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- Italian Hospital of Buenos Aires, Buenos Aires, Argentina
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Lanza E, Banfi G, Serafini G, Lacelli F, Orlandi D, Bandirali M, Sardanelli F, Sconfienza LM. Ultrasound-guided percutaneous irrigation in rotator cuff calcific tendinopathy: what is the evidence? A systematic review with proposals for future reporting. Eur Radiol 2015; 25:2176-83. [PMID: 25583182 DOI: 10.1007/s00330-014-3567-1] [Citation(s) in RCA: 53] [Impact Index Per Article: 5.9] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/08/2014] [Revised: 11/08/2014] [Accepted: 12/12/2014] [Indexed: 12/13/2022]
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OBJECTIVES We performed a systematic review of current evidence regarding ultrasound-guided percutaneous irrigation of calcific tendinopathy (US-PICT) in the shoulder aimed to: assess different published techniques; evaluate clinical outcome in a large combined cohort; and propose suggestions for homogeneous future reporting. METHODS Cochrane Collaboration for Systematic Reviews of Interventions Guidelines were followed. We searched MEDLINE/MEDLINE In-Process/EMBASE/Cochrane databases from 1992-2013 using the keywords 'ultrasound, shoulder, needling, calcification, lavage, rotator cuff' combined in appropriate algorithms. References of resulting papers were also screened. Risk of bias was assessed with a modified Newcastle-Ottawa Scale. RESULTS Of 284 papers found, 15 were included, treating 1,450 shoulders in 1,403 patients (females, n = 838; mean age interval 40-63 years). There was no exclusion due to risk of bias. CONCLUSIONS US-PICT of rotator cuff is a safe and effective procedure, with an estimated average 55% pain improvement at an average of 11 months, with a 10% minor complication rate. No evidence exists in favour of using a specific size/number of needles. Imaging follow-up should not be used routinely. Future studies should aim at structural uniformity, including the use of the Constant Score to assess outcomes and 1-year minimum follow-up. Alternatives to steroid injections should also be explored. KEY POINTS • US-PICT of rotator cuff is a safe and effective procedure. • On average 55% pain improvement with 10% minor complication rate. • No evidence exists in favour of using a specific size/number of needles. • Future need to assess outcome using Constant Score with 1-year minimum follow-up.
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- Ezio Lanza
- Radiologia Oncologica ed Interventistica, Istituto Clinico Humanitas, Rozzano, Milano, Italy
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