Acromio-clavicular joint cyst associated with a complete rotator cuff tear - A case report

Karen M. McCreesh, Sara J. Riley, James M. Crotty

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Abstract

This case report describes a patient with an acromio-clavicular joint (ACJ) cyst, associated with a complete tear of the supraspinatus tendon, and the related arthropathy. Ultrasound was a suitable imaging modality to make the diagnosis, and rule out other pathologies. Full assessment of the rotator cuff must be carried out in the presence of ACJ cysts due to their common co-existence with large cuff tears. Cyst aspiration is not a suitable treatment, due to the high likelihood of recurrence. Optimal treatment requires management of the underlying rotator cuff tear.

Original languageEnglish
Pages (from-to)490-493
Number of pages4
JournalManual Therapy
Volume19
Issue number5
DOIs
Publication statusPublished - 1 Oct 2014

Keywords

  • ACJ cyst
  • Rotator cuff tear
  • Ultrasound

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