Presentation
Shoulder pain not responding to physio - minimal change on ultrasound. No radiograph performed prior to MRI.
Patient Data
Age: 75 years
Gender: Male
Note: This case has been tagged as "legacy" as it no longer meets image preparation and/or other case publication guidelines.
From the case:
Bone metastasis to the scapula
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Typical mass lesion in the spine of the scapula - no radiographs performed at time of the ultrasound.
Case Discussion
Ultrasound is of very limited value in older patients with shoulder pain. X-rays should always be performed in addition and careful examination of all bony structures undertaken not just the glenohumeral joint and immediate surrounds.
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