Posttraumatic calcification of the annular ligament of the radius

Skeletal Radiol. 1992;21(3):149-54. doi: 10.1007/BF00242127.

Abstract

Eight cases of calcification following anterior dislocation of the head of the radius are described. It was demonstrated as early as 2 weeks after injury and in 7 cases appeared in the form of a shell on the volar aspect of the head. The other type exhibits a cuff of calcification related to the radial neck. Parallel cases are drawn from a literature review, and the distinction is made between calcification in the disrupted annular ligament/capsule or oblique cord and myositis ossificans. Regression in several cases may be a consequence of open reduction.

Publication types

  • Review

MeSH terms

  • Adolescent
  • Bone Diseases / complications
  • Calcinosis / etiology*
  • Child
  • Diagnosis, Differential
  • Elbow Injuries*
  • Humans
  • Joint Dislocations / complications*
  • Ligaments / pathology*
  • Musculoskeletal Diseases / etiology
  • Radius / injuries*
  • Remission, Spontaneous
  • Time Factors
  • Ulna / pathology
  • Ulna Fractures / complications