Acute Calcific Periarthritis of Proximal Interphalangeal Joint in a Professional Golfer's Hand.
10.3346/jkms.2004.19.6.904
- Author:
Kwang Bok LEE
1
;
Kyung Jin SONG
;
Hyo Sung KWAK
;
Sang Yong LEE
Author Information
1. Department of Orthopedic Surgery, College of Medicine, Institute for Medical Science, Chonbuk National University Hospital, Jeonju, Korea. osdr2815@simmani.com
- Publication Type:Case Report
- Keywords:
Calcium;
Golf;
Hand;
Joints;
Periarthritis
- MeSH:
Acute Disease;
Adult;
Arthralgia/diagnosis/etiology;
Calcinosis/*complications/*radiography;
Cumulative Trauma Disorders/complications/radiography;
Finger Injuries/*complications/*radiography;
Golf/*injuries;
Humans;
Male;
Periarthritis/*etiology/*radiography
- From:Journal of Korean Medical Science
2004;19(6):904-906
- CountryRepublic of Korea
- Language:English
-
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.