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Paediatric calcified tendinitis in extensor carpi radialis brevis: A case report
Firas Ahmad Suleiman1, Ahmad Al-Marzouq2, Razi Altarawneh2
1Paediatric Orthopaedic Division, Orthopaedic Department, King Hussein Medical Centre. Amman. Jordan.
Insights
Paediatric calcified tendinitis, a rare condition, typically resolves with conservative care. Surgical excision of calcified lesions in the extensor carpi radialis brevis successfully treated a child with persistent wrist pain.
Area of Science:
- Orthopedic Surgery
- Pediatric Rheumatology
- Musculoskeletal Imaging
Background:
- Paediatric calcified tendinitis is an uncommon condition, often linked to trauma, with unknown precise etiology.
- Standard treatment involves conservative management, usually leading to symptom resolution within six weeks.
Observation:
- A six-year-old male presented with persistent wrist pain unresponsive to conservative therapies.
- Radiographic examination revealed a calcified lesion affecting the extensor carpi radialis brevis tendon.
Findings:
- Surgical exploration confirmed the involvement of the extensor carpi radialis brevis.
- Complete resolution of symptoms was achieved following surgical excision of the identified calcified lesion.
Implications:
- This case highlights surgical excision as a viable treatment option for refractory paediatric calcified tendinitis.
- Early surgical intervention may be considered for persistent cases to ensure complete recovery and prevent long-term morbidity.
Abstract:
Paediatric calcified tendinitis is a rare entity. Although trauma is a triggering factor, the aetiology is unknown. Conservative management is the treatment of choice with most patients experiencing symptom resolution within six weeks. We describe the case of a six-year-old male child with persistent wrist pain despite conservative treatment. Exploration revealed involvement of the extensor carpi radialis brevis, and complete recovery after surgical excision of the lesion identified on X-ray.
