Enveloping calcification of flexor digitorum profundus tendon: a diagnosis easily missed

Abstract

Calcific tendonitis of the hand is a rare condition. We present a case where there was extensive calcification along the flexor digitorum profundus tendon of the little finger. The patient’s symptoms resolved with non-operative management.

Atraumatic Calcific Tendinitis of the Second Digit Flexor Tendon Sheath: A Case Report

“…3 Most cases reported in the literature involve the flexor carpi radialis or ulnaris and usually involve a history of trauma to the wrist. 1,2 This case is consistent with the existing literature supporting conservative care, followed by steroid injection if needed.…”

“…This case is a rare example of atraumatic finger flexor calcific tendinitis, which improved rapidly after ultrasound-guided triamcinolone injection. Calcific tendinitis in the hand is rare, 1,2 and this condition is thought to be frequently misdiagnosed 3 . Most cases reported in the literature involve the flexor carpi radialis or ulnaris and usually involve a history of trauma to the wrist 1,2 .…”