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Milwaukee shoulder syndrome.

L Dewachter1, P Aerts, I Crevits

  • 1Department of Radiology, Heilig Hart hospital, Roeselare, Belgium. laura.dewachter@student.kuleuven.be

JBR-BTR : Organe De La Societe Royale Belge De Radiologie (SRBR) = Orgaan Van De Koninklijke Belgische Vereniging Voor Radiologie (KBVR)
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Milwaukee shoulder syndrome, a rare condition affecting elderly women, causes rapid glenohumeral joint destruction. Hydroxyapatite crystals in joint fluid are a key characteristic, necessitating advanced imaging for diagnosis.

Area of Science:

  • Orthopedics
  • Rheumatology
  • Radiology

Background:

  • Milwaukee shoulder syndrome, also known as rapid destructive arthropathy of the shoulder, is a rare condition.
  • It primarily affects elderly women, presenting with rapid joint deterioration.

Observation:

  • The condition involves swift destruction of the glenohumeral joint and rotator cuff.
  • A significant noninflammatory joint effusion containing hydroxyapatite crystals is a hallmark.
  • Radiography is useful, but MRI is superior for detailed assessment.

Findings:

  • Rapid osseous, chondral, and soft-tissue damage within the shoulder joint.
  • Presence of hydroxyapatite crystals in synovial fluid.
  • Distinctive imaging features on MRI revealing the extent of joint destruction.

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Implications:

  • Early and accurate diagnosis is crucial for appropriate management of Milwaukee shoulder syndrome.
  • Magnetic resonance imaging is the preferred modality for comprehensive evaluation.
  • Understanding the pathophysiology may lead to targeted therapeutic strategies for this rare arthropathy.