Acute calcific periarthritis of proximal interphalangeal joint in a professional golfer 's hand

J Korean Med Sci. 2004 Dec;19(6):904-6. doi: 10.3346/jkms.2004.19.6.904.

Abstract

This report describes a 22-yr-old professional golfer with acute calcific periarthritis of the proximal interphalangeal joint of the 4th finger. We considered that the major cause for this condition may be the repeated minor traumas to the affected site. Also, since this condition is self-limiting, a correct diagnosis is required to avoid unnecessary tests and surgery.

Publication types

  • Case Reports

MeSH terms

  • Acute Disease
  • Adult
  • Arthralgia / diagnosis
  • Arthralgia / etiology
  • Calcinosis / complications*
  • Calcinosis / diagnostic imaging*
  • Cumulative Trauma Disorders / complications
  • Cumulative Trauma Disorders / diagnostic imaging
  • Finger Injuries / complications*
  • Finger Injuries / diagnostic imaging*
  • Golf / injuries*
  • Humans
  • Male
  • Periarthritis / diagnostic imaging*
  • Periarthritis / etiology*
  • Radiography