Arthroscopic Resection of Shoulder Calcific Tendinis with Needle Puncture Detection Technique

Abstract

We examined 24 shoulders undergoing arthroscopic resection using needle puncture detection technique for shoulder calcific tendinitis against conservative treatments. Without x-rays or fluoroscopy during operation, we were able to remove calcium completely in 22 out of 24 shoulders arthroscopically. Survival calcium deposits of two shoulders disappeared three months after operation. Arthrocopic needle puncture detection technique for shoulder calcific tendinitis is superior to conservative methods and can detect even small size calcifications.