Calcium Apatite Deposition Disease: Diagnosis and Treatment
Author
Source
Radiology Research and Practice
Issue
Vol. 2016, Issue 2016 (31 Dec. 2016), pp.1-16, 16 p.
Publisher
Hindawi Publishing Corporation
Publication Date
2016-11-30
Country of Publication
Egypt
No. of Pages
16
Main Subjects
Abstract EN
Calcium apatite deposition disease (CADD) is a common entity characterized by deposition of calcium apatite crystals within and around connective tissues, usually in a periarticular location.
CADD most frequently involves the rotator cuff.
However, it can theoretically occur in almost any location in the musculoskeletal system, and many different locations of CADD have been described.
When CADD presents in an unexpected location it can pose a diagnostic challenge, particularly when associated with pain or swelling, and can be confused with other pathologic processes, such as infection or malignancy.
However, CADD has typical imaging characteristics that usually allows for a correct diagnosis to be made without additional imaging or laboratory workup, even when presenting in unusual locations.
This is a review of the common and uncommon presentations of CADD in the appendicular and axial skeleton as well as an updated review of pathophysiology of CADD and current treatments.
American Psychological Association (APA)
Beckmann, Nicholas. 2016. Calcium Apatite Deposition Disease: Diagnosis and Treatment. Radiology Research and Practice،Vol. 2016, no. 2016, pp.1-16.
https://search.emarefa.net/detail/BIM-1115693
Modern Language Association (MLA)
Beckmann, Nicholas. Calcium Apatite Deposition Disease: Diagnosis and Treatment. Radiology Research and Practice No. 2016 (2016), pp.1-16.
https://search.emarefa.net/detail/BIM-1115693
American Medical Association (AMA)
Beckmann, Nicholas. Calcium Apatite Deposition Disease: Diagnosis and Treatment. Radiology Research and Practice. 2016. Vol. 2016, no. 2016, pp.1-16.
https://search.emarefa.net/detail/BIM-1115693
Data Type
Journal Articles
Language
English
Notes
Includes bibliographical references
Record ID
BIM-1115693