Subscapularis recess
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The subscapularis recess, also known as the superior subscapularis recess or subscapularis bursa,is a normal extension of the glenohumeral joint capsule in between the superior and middle glenohumeral ligaments.
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On sagittal oblique sequences and when distended with fluid, it may form a saddlebag-like appearance by hanging over the subscapularis tendon, inferior to the coracoid process.
Differential diagnosis
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subcoracoid bursa
- does not communicate with the glenohumeral joint
- has a more caudal extent
-<p>The <strong>subscapularis recess</strong>, also known as the <strong>superior subscapularis recess </strong>or <strong>subscapularis bursa</strong>,<strong> </strong>is a normal extension of the <a href="/articles/glenohumeral-joint">glenohumeral joint</a> capsule in between the superior and middle <a href="/articles/glenohumeral-ligaments">glenohumeral ligaments</a>.</p><h4>Radiographic features</h4><h5>MRI</h5><p>On sagittal oblique sequences and when distended with fluid, it may form a saddlebag-like appearance by hanging over the <a href="/articles/subscapularis-1">subscapularis tendon</a>, inferior to the coracoid process.</p><h4>Differential diagnosis</h4><ul><li>- +<p>The <strong>subscapularis recess</strong>, also known as the <strong>superior subscapularis recess </strong>or <strong>subscapularis bursa</strong>,<strong> </strong>is a normal extension of the <a href="/articles/glenohumeral-joint">glenohumeral joint</a> capsule in between the superior and middle <a href="/articles/glenohumeral-ligaments">glenohumeral ligaments</a>.</p><h4>Radiographic features</h4><h5>MRI</h5><p>On sagittal oblique sequences and when distended with fluid, it may form a saddlebag-like appearance by hanging over the <a href="/articles/subscapularis-muscle-2">subscapularis tendon</a>, inferior to the coracoid process.</p><h4>Differential diagnosis</h4><ul><li>
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