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Calcium hydroxyapatite deposition disease.

C W Hayes1, W F Conway

  • 1Department of Radiology, Medical College of Virginia, Richmond 23298-0615.

Radiographics : a Review Publication of the Radiological Society of North America, Inc
|November 1, 1990
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Calcium hydroxyapatite crystal deposition disease, often called calcific tendinitis, involves crystal buildup in soft tissues. This review covers its radiographic features, pathogenesis, and differential diagnosis.

Area of Science:

  • Orthopedics
  • Radiology
  • Rheumatology

Background:

  • Calcium hydroxyapatite crystal deposition disease involves basic calcium phosphate crystals, primarily hydroxyapatite.
  • It commonly affects periarticular soft tissues, particularly tendons, and is frequently recognized as calcific tendinitis of the shoulder.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To illustrate the radiographic features of hydroxyapatite deposition.
  • To review theories on pathogenesis and differential diagnosis of calcific periarthritis.

Main Methods:

  • Radiographic analysis of typical and atypical hydroxyapatite deposition.
  • Literature review on pathogenesis and differential diagnosis.

Main Results:

  • Detailed illustration of characteristic and unusual radiographic findings in hydroxyapatite deposition disease.

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  • Discussion of various pathogenetic theories and key differential diagnoses.

    • Conclusions:

    • Calcium hydroxyapatite crystal deposition disease, or calcific periarthritis, presents diverse radiographic manifestations.
    • Understanding these features is crucial for accurate diagnosis and management.