16179 articles. This work is licensed under Creative Common Attribution-NonCommercial-NoDerivatives 4.0 International (, Magnetic Resonance Imaging, Rotator Cuff, Shoulder Impingement Syndrome, Coracohumeral distance, in axial T2-weighted FFE images (, Coracoglenoid angle, in axial T2-weighted FFE images (, Coracohumeral angle, in axial T2- weighted FFE images (, Medical Science Monitor : International Medical Journal of Experimental and Clinical Research, Brunkhorst JP, Giphart JE, LaPrade RF, Millett PJ. ( B ) Osteophyte at the tip of, Coracohumeral distance, in axial T2-weighted. It extends caudal to the tendon of the coracobrachialis and the short head of the biceps. Chris Mallac explores the anatomy and biomechanics of subcoracoid impingement syndrome, including how clinicians can diagnose and most effectively manage this condition. The subcoracoid bursa is located between the anterior surface of the subscapularis and the coracoid process. Find the code on the page and enter it above. ( A ) Flat coracoid. P<0.05 was considered statistically significant. All MRI studies were performed with standard positioning. A coronal fat suppressed T1-weighted image (2a), and a coronal fat suppressed T2-weighted image (2b). Oh JH, Song BW, Choi JA, et al. To date, there are a few papers in literature that have addressed specifically the subcoracoid impingement. 1938; 71:375-386, Schraner AB, Major NM. (17b) The distended subcoracoid bursa (arrowheads) is confirmed on the T2-weighted sagittal view. There was a significant difference between type C coracoid and the other coracoid types for coracohumeral distance values (P=0.016). Subcoracoid impingement, which is defined as narrowing of the space between the coracoid process and the humerus, is an uncommon and infrequently recognized cause of shoulder pain. But if there's abnormal contact between the femoral head and the rim of the hip socket, we call that hip impingement (also known as femoral acetabular impingement or FAI). Yu JF, Xie P, Liu KF, Sun Y, Zhang J, Zhu H, Chen YH. Subcoracoid impingement syndrome is defined as impingement of the anterior soft tissues of the shoulder between the coracoid process and the lesser tuberosity, which causes fiber failure and damage, then partial or complete tearing of the subscapularis tendon, resulting in anterior shoulder pain [ 1 - 10 ]. Angled or elongated coracoid type and calcification of the subscapularis tendon are among the idiopathic causes [ 17 ]. Narrow coracohumeral distance measures 6.5 mm (Normal > 10 mm).The subscapularis tendon is thickened and displays abnormal intrasubstance bright signal in T2WI most likely partial tear. Limitations of the study are as follow. doi: 10.12659/MSM.936703. The most valuable data of this study was the narrowed coracohumeral distance measurement. The subscapularis tendon was evaluated as normal, tendinosis, or tear in the 3 groups. Even in the absence of directly visualized rotator interval tears, effusions of the subcoracoid bursa can be seen in association with pathology of the rotator interval. Radiologists often mistake a distended subscapularis recess for a distended subcoracoid bursa. Stenosis of the subcoracoid space between the lesser tuberosity and the . Epub 2016 Apr 2. However, to the best of our knowledge, there is no study evaluating the relationship between the coracohumeral angle and subcoracoid impingement. Indeed this bursa is actually a recess of the joint, alternatively referred to as the subscapularis recess. Signs of subscapularis tendinosis, medial dislocation of the long head biceps tendon, which also seems to be involved in the impingement. Proper distinction between the two spaces can be made on sagittal images by identifying the typical saddle bag appearance of the subscapularis recess as it drapes over the superior margin of the subscapularis tendon, its normal communication with the joint, and the septum between the subscapularis recess and the subcoracoid bursa (figures 9-10). Garofalo R, Conti M, Massazza G, et al. Subcoracoid impingement has also been suggested as a cause of subcoracoid bursal distention5,7. AJR Am J Roentgenol 2000;174(5):13771380, Mikasa M. Subacromial bursography. Illustration by Dr. Michael Stadnick. 2013 Jul 9;3 (2):101-5. doi: 10.11138/mltj/2013.3.2.101. Our radiology care team at Ascension St. John Hospital Imaging is dedicated to making your experience as comfortable as possible. J Shoulder Elbow Surg. sharing sensitive information, make sure youre on a federal The results of the rates of coracoid types in subscapularis tendon pathologies. Imaging of the Bursae. Although relatively rare, an isolated full thickness subscapularis tendon tear also results in fluid within the subcoracoid bursa, allowing fluid to freely decompress from the subscapularis recess into the subcoracoid bursa (figure 14). The compression of the soft tissue between the lesser tuberosity of the humerus and the coracoid tip is defined as the roller-wringer effect and was reported to cause progressive degeneration and injury to the rotator cuff, especially subscapularis tendon tears [1,68]. Third, no correlation analysis was performed regarding MR arthrography of tendon tears. The osteophyte at the end of the coracoid was defined as a more focused osteophyte at the distal end of the coracoid [9] (Figure 1B). For binary comparisons, Tukey post hoc analysis was done. Skeletal Radiol.1996;25:5137, Horwitz T, Tocantins LM. Med Sci Monit. The small subacromial fluid collection (arrowheads) did not communicate with the subcoracoid bursa, and there was no full thickness rotator cuff tear. A statistically insignificant increase in coracohumeral angle values was found in the subscapularis tendon pathologies. (18b) The coronal fat suppressed T2-weighted image demonstrates thickening and edema of the inferior glenohumeral ligament typical for adhesive capsulitis. The discrepancy between these numbers has not been explained, but it has been speculated that significant bursal distension may disrupt normal barriers between the bursae5. Subcoracoid impingement syndrome is the cause of anterior shoulder pain, first reported by Gerber et al. the display of certain parts of an article in other eReaders. (16b) A more medial sagittal T2-weighted image demonstrates a loose body within the subscapularis recess (arrow) and the distended subcoracoid bursa (arrowheads) with a notable absence of loose bodies in the latter. In the subscapularis tendon pathologies, 198 of the tears (99%) were partial tears and there were only 2 full-thickness tears. Statistical analyses were performed using SPSS version 20 software (SPSS, Chicago, IL, U.S.A). Giaroli et al. To provide the highest quality clinical and technology services to customers and patients, in the spirit of continuous improvement and innovation. Subcoracoid impingement is an unusual form of shoulder impingement and results from narrowing of the coracohumeral interval (space between the tip of the coracoid and the humerus). Use the menu to find downloaded articles. Although these articles do not have all bibliographic details available yet, they can be cited using the year of online publication and the DOI as follows: Please consult the journal's reference style for the exact appearance of these elements, abbreviation of journal names, and use of punctuation. Diagnosis certain Diagnosis certain . These results may vary depending on the different imaging methods and patient positioning used in the studies [6]. Contributed by Mourad Kerdjoudj. Radas CB, Pieper HG. Intact rotator cuff, mild subacromial bursitis, inadvertent injection of subcoracoid bursa during anterior injection of joint. With the subscapularis muscle partially removed, this anterior oblique 3D representation depicts the subscapularis bursa (SS) deep to the subscapularis muscle and tendon protruding anterosuperiorly (asterisk) over the superior edge of the subscapularis tendon. This can damage the cartilage that . The https:// ensures that you are connecting to the For the hooked coracoid, the axis of the coracoid deviated posteriorly a few centimeters lateral to the base of the coracoid [9] (Figure 1C). [10] used a coracoglenoid angle measurement on different planes and found a positive correlation between the coracohumeral distance and the coracoglenoid angle. (14b) A sagittal fat-suppressed image confirms the fluid in the subscapularis recess (asterisk) decompressing out into the subcoracoid bursa (arrowheads). Type C coracoid was more frequent in the tendinosis and tendon tear groups. Disclaimer, National Library of Medicine Surgeons often refer to the coracoid process as the "lighthouse of the. There was no statistically significant difference between the values of the coracohumeral angle and the changes in the subscapularis tendon pathologies (P>0.05), but we observed higher coracohumeral angle values of tendinosis and tear pathologies (P=0.074 and P=0.073, respectively). Kleist KD, Freehill MQ, Hamilton L, et al. Coracoid morphology and subscapularis tendon were evaluated; coracohumeral distance, coracoglenoid angle, and coracohumeral angle were measured in all subjects. All patients who were selected in this study were having shoulder MRI. MR imaging of the subcoracoid bursa. All measurements were calculated T2-weighted FFE-weighted sequences on axial plane by an expert musculoskeletal radiologist with at least 10 years of experience (NA). The adjacent sagittal image demonstrates contrast within the joint and subscapularis recess (asterisk), and the subcoracoid bursa (arrowheads). BACKGROUND The aim of this study was to investigate the effects of coracoid morphology, coracohumeral distance, coracoglenoid angle, and coracohumeral angle variabilities on subcoracoid impingement development using magnetic resonance imaging (MRI). The low significance of differences in the values in the subscapularis tendinosis and tear pathologies may be due to the similarity in the process of formation of these pathologies and the fact that the imaging was performed in the standard position. [23] found a significant relationship between narrowed coracohumeral distance and subscapularis tendon pathologies. The results measurement of coracohumeral distance, coracoglenoid angle and coracohumeral angle in the subscapularis tendon pathologies. In this study, MRI was performed in the standard position; therefore, the inter-value angle variability was decreased. Case study, Radiopaedia.org (Accessed on 12 Dec 2022) https://doi.org/10.53347/rID-22581. Quantitative measurement of humero-acromial, humero-coracoid, and coracoclavicular intervals for the diagnosis of subacromial and subcoracoid impingement of shoulder joint. [24] found a direct correlation between a narrowed coracohumeral distance and symptoms of subcoracoid impingement. The fat-suppressed coronal T2-weighted image (sensitive to fluid but not Gadolinium) demonstrates fluid in the joint (asterisk) and within the subacromial bursa (arrowheads). If the patients palm is placed below the outer part of the gluteal muscle on the same side, the movement factor may also be inhibited. One possibility is that the rotator cuff tear has altered the joint space, resulting in new patterns of impingement. To learn more about Sinai-Grace's School of Radiologic Technology: call (313) 966-6866, or email Liz Oras, Program Director, at MOras@dmc.org. [16]. In this study, a new approach used the coracohumeral angle to evaluate subcoracoid impingement. Anat Rec. It is worth noting that bursal communication is much easier to confidently identify in cases with largely distended bursae, suggesting that MRI sensitivity for detecting bursal communication may be directly correlated with the degree of bursal distention. Coracoglenoid angle, in axial T2-weighted FFE images ( white*; coracoid distal tip). (14a) A gradient-echo axial image reveals a retracted subscapularis tendon (arrow) due to a full thickness tear. The medially retracted supraspinatus tendon is evident (arrow). Although loculated, this distended subscapularis recess (asterisk) clearly demonstrates communication with the joint and the typical saddlebag appearance, and does not extend as far caudally as a subcoracoid bursa. The functionality is limited to basic scrolling. For coracoid morphology, the shape of the coracoid was determined according to whether it was straight or not, any osteophyte included, and whether it was curved. Computed tomography analysis of the coracoid process and anatomic structures of the shoulder after arthroscopic coracoid decompression: a cadaveric study. There was a negative correlation between coracohumeral distance and coracohumeral angle (R=-0.668 P=0.000) and between coracoglenoid angle and coracohumeral angle (R=-0.605 P=0.000). Hekimoglu B, Aydn H, Kzlgz V, et al. Numerous authors have described the frequency of the subscapularis tears to be higher than previously thought, so subscapularis tears have lately become a focus of clinical practice and research [5,1315]. There was a statistically significant decrease in coracoglenoid angle values and coracohumeral distance in patients with subscapularis tendon pathologies (P=0.000). Identification of a fluid-filled subcoracoid bursa should thus prompt a diligent search for associated pathology of the shoulder. In such cases it is useful to note that one study has demonstrated that even an inadvertent subcoracoid bursagram can be used to demonstrate a full thickness rotator cuff tear, since delayed post exercise imaging can reveal retrograde filling of the joint through the rotator cuff tear 6. FOIA 8600 Rockville Pike Coracoid morphology and subscapularis tendon were evaluated. Brunkhorst JP, Giphart JE, LaPrade RF, Millett PJ. and transmitted securely. First, there was no dynamic imaging involving provocative maneuvers. Clipboard, Search History, and several other advanced features are temporarily unavailable. You may notice problems with In many studies, a coracohumeral distance below 6 mm is considered to be significant for subcoracoid impingement in partial and full-thickness tears of subscapularis tendon [8]. Bennett WF. Franceschi F, Longo UG, Ruzzino L, et al. The results of the rates of coracoid types in subscapularis tendon pathologies are shown in Table 1. When this interbursal communication exists, subcoracoid bursal distention can be a sign of a full thickness rotator cuff tear. Fluid is present within the subscapularis (asterisk) and the subcoracoid (arrowheads) bursae. The results of correlation analysis of coracohumeral distance, coracoglenoid angle, and coracohumeral angle are shown in Table 4. Orthop J Sports Med. Categorical variables such as sex were compared between groups with the chi-square test. Data are expressed as mean standard deviation (SD) or median (range). Figure 17 demonstrates a lesion of the biceps pulley with medial dislocation of the biceps tendon (see Radsource web clinic February 2014), and an associated subcoracoid bursal effusion. Epub 2021 Jul 14. There was a significant difference between normal and tendinosis groups (P=0.006) and between normal and tear groups (P=0.000) for coracoglenoid angle values. Clinical presentation AJR Am J Roentgenol 1999;172(6): 15671571, Grainger AJ, Tirman PF, Elliott JM, Kingzett-Taylor A, Steinbach LS, Genant HK. We reviewed 13 consecutive patients suffering from this syndrome who underwent an arthroscopic treatment. In contrast, Richards et al. Fluid is evident within a distended subcoracoid bursa (arrowheads). An early anatomic study identified the subcoracoid bursa in nearly 90% of gross specimens, and in 11% of those, there was a normal communication between the subcoracoid bursa and the subacromial/subdeltoid bursa 3. Because of its relative rarity in isolation and nonspecific presentation, diagnosis and management are often challenging for orthopaedic surgeons and their patients. Federal government websites often end in .gov or .mil. Mild amount of fluid surrounding the tendon of long head of biceps muscle (tendinitis). Several authors have used roentgen, computed tomography (CT), or MRI to evaluate coracoid morphology, coracohumeral distance, and coracoglenoid angle [1,3,7,10,16]. In the present study, narrowed coracohumeral distance, decreased coracoglenoid angle, and increased coracohumeral angle were observed in type B and C coracoid, especially in type C coracoid. BACKGROUND The aim of this study was to identify the diagnostic magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) findings in 47 shoulders with subcoracoid impingement syndrome by comparison with 100 normal shoulders. Anatomic study of subcoracoid morphology in 418 shoulders: Potential implications for subcoracoid impingement. Unable to process the form. Find out more. While the variability in the coracohumeral distance values between coracoid types was more prominent, there was no statistically significant difference due to less variability for coracoglenoid angle and coracohumeral angle values. Relationship between Radiological Measurement of Subcoracoid Impingement and Subscapularis Tendon Lesions. We explain what to expect and whether there are any dietary restrictions before coming in for your imaging test or procedure. Learn more about navigating our updated article layout. (16a) The sagittal T2-weighted image confirms the same loose body (arrow) within the distended biceps tendon sheath. The mechanism is increased with activities involving adduction, internal rotation, and forward flexion because the position decreases coracohumeral distance and impinges the intervening soft-tissue structures [ 4 - 6 ]. You may switch to Article in classic view. Isolated subacromial bursitis should be considered a diagnosis of exclusion after all other associated pathology has been ruled out. PMC Coracohumeral distance, in axial T2-weighted FFE images ( yellow*; coracoid distal tip). Surgeons often refer to the coracoid process as the "lighthouse of the shoulder" given its proximity to major neurovascular structures such as the brachial plexus and the axillary artery and vein, its role in guiding surgical approaches, and its utility as a landmark for other important structures in the shoulder. Careers. MeSH Authors Leonardo Osti 1 , Francesco Soldati , Angelo Del Buono , Leo Massari Affiliation 1 Unit of Arthroscopic and Sports Medicine, Hesperia Hospital, Modena, Italy. Subcoracoid impingement syndrome represents a rare cause of shoulder pain. The present study used MRI to evaluate the effects of coracoid morphology, coracohumeral distance, coracoglenoid angle, and coracohumeral angle variabilities on subcoracoid impingement development. In our study, there was a significant difference only between type A and C coracoid in coracoid types for coracohumeral angle. Impingement of the subcoracoid space is a poorly understood pathologic cause of anterior shoulder pain. Garavaglia G, Ufenast H, Taverna E. The frequency of subscapularis tears in arthroscopic rotator cuff repairs: A retrospective study comparing magnetic resonance imaging and arthroscopic findings. A statistically insignificant increase in coracohumeral angle was noted. The most frequently reported and well-established pathology associated with a distended subcoracoid bursa is a full thickness tear of the rotator cuff, specifically the anterior rotator cuff, or supraspinatus tendon 4, 5. Small changes in the subcoracoid space may result in compression of subscapularis bursa and tendon [ 10 ]. For binary comparisons, Tukey post hoc analysis was done. Imaging parameters were as follows: field of view, 1820 cm; matrix, 256182 pixels; slice thickness, 4 mm; section gap, 0.3 mm. Let our care team know if you or your child have special needs or concerns, so we can make . Second, no radiological comparison of results with measurements in different plans was performed. Coracoglenoid angle, in axial T2-weighted. View larger version (45K) A lower critical coracoid process angle is associated with type-B osteoarthritis: a radiological study of normal and diseased shoulders. One-way ANOVA was used to assess the difference between the groups. RESULTS Type C coracoid was more frequent in the tendinosis and tendon tear groups. 1999;23:358-360, Morag Y, Jacombson A, Shields G et al. In pathologic situations such as trauma, arthritides or infection, a bursa becomes distended and fluid filled, and wall thickening may be observed in chronic cases. A statistically insignificant increase in coracohumeral angle was noted. Brukhorst et al. Involvement of the various spaces of the shoulder with synovitis or loose bodies will also follow known normal anatomic patterns, and any departure from this should prompt a search for further pathology. Ethics Committee approval was obtained from Kirikkale University Faculty of Medicine (date: 08.05.2018, number: 10/02). 2019 Aug;43(8):1909-1916. doi: 10.1007/s00264-018-4078-5. Also note the fluid collection in the subcoracoid bursa, an obvious sign of bursitis. MRI subcoracoid impingement diagnoses were falsely positive. Coracoid morphology and subscapularis tendon were evaluated. Bethesda, MD 20894, Web Policies Ashoor MMA, Hamed WM, Alfarsi HM, et al. The coracoglenoid angle was measured as an angle between a line along the plane of the glenoid face and a line projecting from the anterior edge of the glenoid to the lateral edge of the coracoid on the axial images [10] (Figure 3). 2021 Nov 25;6(3):447-453. doi: 10.1016/j.jseint.2021.10.007. Coracohumeral interval imaging in subcoracoid impingement syndrome on MRI. The biceps tendon is indicated (LHBT). -. The patient also had subacromial impingement with severe tendinosis of the supra and infraspinatus tendons. A communicating bursa is one that normally communicates with the joint 1; in the shoulder only the subscapularis bursa communicates with the joint. Print 2013 Apr. 2013;3(2):1015. Three sagittal fat-suppressed T1-weighted images extending lateral to medial (1a, 1b, 1c), a coronal fat suppressed T1-weighted image (2a), and a coronal fat suppressed T2-weighted image (2b) are provided. The separate subcoracoid bursa (arrowheads) has an elongated configuration tracking inferior to the subscapularis recess, along the anterior inferior margin of the subscapularis tendon and deep to the coracobrachialis muscle and tendon (CB). 14a 14b Figure 14:(14a) A gradient-echo axial image reveals a retracted subscapularis tendon (arrow) due to a full thickness tear. Type A coracoid was the most frequent type, and type C coracoid was less frequent in the normal tendon group. Generating an ePub file may take a long time, please be patient. This site uses cookies. Case contributed by Dr Roberto Schubert. official website and that any information you provide is encrypted Check for errors and try again. A sex-adjusted coracohumeral interval of 10.5-11.5 mm, although sta-tistically . Watson et al. Subcoracoid effusions are not infrequently seen in association with thickening of the rotator interval capsule and coracohumeral ligament, and infiltration of the subcoracoid fat triangle, all findings described in the MRI diagnosis of adhesive capsulitis14. There was a significant difference between normal and tendinosis groups (P=0.021) and between normal and tear groups (P=0.000) for coracohumeral distance values. The ePub format uses eBook readers, which have several "ease of reading" features However, the increased coracohumeral angle was accompanied a narrowed coracohumeral distance and a decreased coracoglenoid angle. There was a statistically significant decrease in coracoglenoid angle values and coracohumeral distance in patients with subscapularis tendon pathologies (P=0.000). The five bursae that are found about the shoulder are the subacromial/subdeltoid (SbA/SD), subscapularis (SS), subcoracoid (SC), coracoclavicular (CC), and supra-acromial (SpA). Friedman RJ, Bonutti PM, Genez B. Cine magnetic resonance imaging of the subcoracoid region. J Radiol Sci 2013; 38: 111-118. CONCLUSIONS In subscapularis tendon pathologies, decrease in coracohumeral distance and coracoglenoid angle was observed. MR anatomy of the subcoracoid bursa and the association of subcoracoid effusion with tears of the anterior rotator cuff and the rotator interval. There is no study on coracohumeral angle measurement in the literature. The mechanism is increased with activities involving adduction, internal rotation, and forward flexion because the position decreases coracohumeral distance and impinges the intervening soft-tissue structures [46]. Figures 15 and 16 demonstrate loose bodies within the subscapularis recess and biceps tendon sheath, which communicate with the shoulder joint normally. Orthopedics. Pearson correlation analysis was performed between variables. This bursa does not normally communicate with the glenohumeral joint but may communicate with the subacromial bursa [ 1 ]. A total of 200 shoulder MRIs in adult over age 18 years were examined retrospectively between January 2017 and March 2018 from a digital radiology database at Kirikkale University. Measurement of coracohumeral distance in 3 shoulder positions using dynamic ultrasonography: Correlation with subscapularis tear. The Rotator Interval: A Review of Anatomy, Function, and Normal and Abnormal MRI Appearance. Distention of the subcoracoid bursa in the absence of rotator cuff tear or communication with the subcoracoid bursa is less frequently seen, and more difficult to explain. Case Discussion The findings in this case are consistent with subcoracoid impingement. Author(s), Article title, Publication (year), DOI. There was a significant difference between type A and C coracoid for coracohumeral distance values (P=0.012), but no significant difference was found between other coracoid groups (P>0.05). Bookshelf We found a positive correlation between coracohumeral distance and coracoglenoid angle (R=0.749 P=0.000). Radiological Variabilities in Subcoracoid Impingement: Coracoid Morphology, Coracohumeral Distance, Coracoglenoid Angle, and Coracohumeral Angle, Department of Radiology, Kirikkale University School of Medicine, Kirikkale, Turkey. Narasimhan R, Shamse K, Nash C, et al. In shoulders where a normal communication between the subacromial and subcoracoid bursa exists, the resultant filling of the subacromial bursa may lead the radiologist to assume that contrast is extending from the joint though a full thickness rotator cuff tear into the subacromial bursa . [4] used dynamic MRI to evaluate coracohumeral distance, reporting an 11-mm mean coracohumeral distance in asymptomatic patients and 5.5 mm in symptomatic patients [4]. The JRCERT is located at 20 N. Wacker Dr., Suite 2850, Chicago, IL 60606, Phone: (312) 704-5300, Fax: (312)-704-5304. Additional comprehensive studies are required that involve evaluations on different plans and that include dynamic imaging and correlation of MRI arthrography. Since most arthrograms these days are performed in conjunction with MRI, this is not usually a significant problem, as MRI will reveal the status of the rotator cuff. (14b) A sagittal fat-suppressed image confirms the fluid in the subscapularis recess (asterisk) decompressing out into the subcoracoid bursa (arrowheads). {"url":"/signup-modal-props.json?lang=us\u0026email="}, Abdrabou A, Subcoracoid impingement. Case of the Day. already built in. MRI subcoracoid impingement diagnoses were falsely positive. CONCLUSION. Two sequential medial to lateral sagittal fat-suppressed T2 weighted images demonstrate the saddlebag appearance of the subscapularis recess (asterisks), draping over the subscapularis tendon (SSc) and communicating with the joint. Magnetic resonance imaging based coracoid morphology and its associations with subscapularis tears: A new index. There was no significant difference among subscapularis tendon groups for coracohumeral angle. Charry FB, Martnez MJL, Rozo L, Jurgensen F, Guerrero-Henriquez J. J Man Manip Ther. Epub 2016 Dec 8. There was a negative correlation between coracohumeral distance and coracohumeral angle (R=0.668 P=0.000) and between coracoglenoid angle and coracohumeral angle (R =0.605 P=0.000). MATERIAL AND METHODS The subcoracoid impingement syndrome group consisted of 47 shoulders with subc Unable to load your collection due to an error, Unable to load your delegates due to an error, Coracohumeral distance, in axial T2-weighted FFE images (, Coracoglenoid angle, in axial T2-weighted FFE images (, Coracohumeral angle, in axial T2- weighted FFE images (. Illustration by Dr. Michael Stadnick. (1a, 1b, 1c) Three sagittal fat-suppressed T1-weighted images extending lateral to medial. [1] found that the coracohumeral distance decreased by 16% during internal rotation, and they also suggested evaluating internal rotation in terms of subcoracoid impingement [1]. Varying incidence of communication between the subcoracoid and subacromial bursae on the basis of MRI findings have been reported as 23% 5 and 55% 4, much higher than the 11% based on an early anatomic study3. The results of measurement of coracohumeral distance, coracoglenoid angle, and coracohumeral angle in the subscapularis tendon pathologies are shown in Table 3. -, Friedman RJ, Bonutti PM, Genez B. Cine magnetic resonance imaging of the subcoracoid region. Clinical presentation Patients present with anterior shoulder p. 2018 Regis Prograis is hit by a punch from Terry Flanagan Credit: Stephen Lew-USA TODAY Sports Sub-coracoid impingement (SCI) syndromes are an uncommon cause of anterior shoulder pain in the athlete; the prevalence in the . For subscapularis tendinosis and tear pathologies in the normal tendon of cases, we observed a narrowed coracohumeral distance and a decreased coracoglenoid angle, as well as an increase in coracohumeral angle. In their study, there was a decrease of axial coracoglenoid angle values in subscapularis tendon tears [10]. Osti L, Soldati F, Del Buono A, Massari L. Subkorakoid impingement and subscapularis tendon: is there any truth? 2013;1(2) 2325967113496059. We are experimenting with display styles that make it easier to read articles in PMC. Distention of the subcoracoid bursa has also been recognized in subcoracoid impingement and rotator interval tears, and may be associated with other pathology of the rotator interval such as adhesive capsulitis. 1998;21(5):54548. Figure 12 demonstrates a full thickness supraspinatus tendon tear in a patient with communicating subacromial and subdeltoid bursae. The femoral head, or the ball portion of the joint. Arthroscopy. ADVERTISEMENT: Supporters see fewer/no ads. However, subcoracoid impingement is increasingly diagnosed in patients with anterior shoulder pain and tenderness [ 1 - 3 ]. However, there was no statistically significant difference between tendinosis and tear groups due to less than 1 mm difference in coracohumeral distance values. Epub 2022 Jul 21. One-way ANOVA was used to assess the difference between the groups. (A) Flat coracoid. Oh JH, Song BW, Choi JA, Lee GY, Kim SH, Kim DH. The results measurement of coracohumeral distance, coracoglenoid angle and coracohumeral angle in the coracoid types. The findings in this case are consistent withsubcoracoid impingement. Coracoid impingement: Diagnosis and treatment. Identification of a fluid-filled subcoracoid bursa should thus prompt a diligent search for associated pathology of the shoulder. The deposition of hydroxyapatite calcium crystals should not be considered as a static process but rather a dynamic pathological process with different/possible . government site. In subscapularis tendon pathologies, decrease in coracohumeral distance and coracoglenoid angle was observed. (17a) A fat-suppressed proton density-weighted axial image reveals a degenerated and medially dislocated long biceps tendon (arrow), providing presumptive evidence of a rotator interval injury. 2016 Aug;32(8):1502-8. doi: 10.1016/j.arthro.2016.01.029. A new approach uses coracohumeral angle to evaluate subcoracoid impingement. Relation between narrowed coracohumeral distance and subscapularis tears. Group categorization was performed according to coracoid morphology: type A was flat coracoid, type B was osteophyte at the tip of the coracoid, and type C was hooked coracoid. Although in our test case the injection into the subcoracoid bursa was recognized and the needle was advanced further into the joint, inadvertent injection of contrast into the subcoracoid bursa can lead to a false positive diagnosis of rotator cuff tear. There was a positive correlation between coracohumeral distance and coracoglenoid angle (R=0.749 P=0.000). There was a statistically significant difference between coracoid types and subscapularis tendon pathologies (P=0.02). Am J Sports Med 2010; 38: 1687-1692, Meraj S, Bencardino JT, Steinbach L. Imaging of Cysts and Bursae about the Shoulder. No communication between subcoracoid and subacromial bursae. The site is secure. If your doctor recommends a radiology test, Ascension sites of care provide convenient imaging services, close to home. Please enable it to take advantage of the complete set of features! Friedman et al. There was no rotator cuff tear, and although very mild subacromial bursitis was present, there was no visible communication between the subacromial bursa and the subcoracoid bursa. CHD coracohumeral distance; CGA coracoglenoid angle; CHA coracohumeral angle. However, there was only a difference of less than 1 between the tendinosis and the tear groups in the angle values and no statistically significant difference was detected. Distention of the subcoracoid bursa has also been recognized in subcoracoid impingement and rotator interval tears, and may be associated with other pathology of the rotator interval such as adhesive capsulitis. Neither the subacromial nor the subcoracoid bursa should communicate with the joint under normal circumstances. There was no significant difference between tendinosis and tear groups for coracohumeral distance and coracoglenoid angle values (P>0.05). 2022 May 9;11(9):2661. doi: 10.3390/jcm11092661. What is the diagnosis? The results of measurement of coracohumeral distance, coracoglenoid angle, and coracohumeral angle in the coracoid types are shown in Table 2. Fluid is present within the subscapularis (asterisk) and the subcoracoid (arrowheads) bursae. The coracohumeral distance was measured at the narrowest point between the coracoid and the humerus on the axial images [10] (Figure 2). A statistically insignificant increase in coracohumeral angle was noted. Some authors have suggested that distention of the subcoracoid bursa alone may produce symptoms4,10, characterized clinically by anterior shoulder pain inferior to the coracoid process 11. All MRI studies were performed with standard positioning. The role of local anatomy in the etiology of tears of the subscapularis tendon is very important. The Egyptian Journal of Hospital Medicine. Additional abnormalities as outlined in the study findings section. The aim of this study was to investigate the effects of coracoid morphology, coracohumeral distance, coracoglenoid angle, and coracohumeral angle variabilities on subcoracoid impingement development using magnetic resonance imaging (MRI). By continuing to browse the site you are agreeing to our use of cookies. Semin Musculoskelet Radiol 2014;18:436447, Demirhan M, Eralp L, Atalar AC. Because of its relative rarity in isolation and nonspecific presentation, diagnosis and management are often challenging for orthopaedic surgeons and their patients. 2 article The subacromial bursa and the subcoracoid bursa do not communicate with the joint under normal circumstances. Coracohumeral distance values were 213.5 mm. Subscapularis Tendon Slip Number and Coracoid Overlap Are More Related Parameters for Subcoracoid Impingement in Subscapularis Tears: A Magnetic Resonance Imaging Comparison Study. A sex-adjusted coracohumeral interval of 10.5-11.5 mm, although sta-tistically . The coracohumeral angle values increased, especially in type C coracoid, but the variability for coracohumeral angle values in coracoid and subscapularis tendon groups was less than 2 and no statistically significant difference was detected. Please wait while the data is being loaded.. Visit https://www.ajronline.org/pairdevice on your desktop computer. It is not uncommon for radiologists to confuse a distended subscapularis recess with the subcoracoid bursa. The clinical significance of fluid within the subcoracoid bursa is variable, but multiple studies have demonstrated its association with significant pathology, indicating that it is not to be considered a normal finding. 2006;186 (1): 242-6. Computed tomography analysis of the coracoid process and anatomic structures of the shoulder after arthroscopic coracoid decompression: a cadaveric study. 2022 Aug 1;28:e936703. Pearson correlation analysis was performed between variables. In contrast, there was a significant difference in coracoglenoid angle between the tendinosis-tear pathologies and the tendon normal groups. Coracoglenoid angle, in axial T2-weighted FFE images (white*; coracoid distal tip). There was a positive correlation between coracohumeral distance and coracoglenoid angle (R=0.749 P=0.000). Accessibility The most lateral sagittal fat suppressed T1-weighted MR arthrogram image demonstrates contrast within the joint and subscapularis recess (asterisk), fluid within the subcoracoid bursa (arrowhead), and the subscapularis tendon (SSc). 2017 Apr;33(4):734-742. doi: 10.1016/j.arthro.2016.09.003. Received 2018 Jun 1; Accepted 2018 Aug 1. Richards DP, Burkhart SS, Campbell SE. However, if subcoracoid im-pingement was the referring di agnosis, prospective MRI evalua tion more often was correct (n = 7 [three true-negatives, two true-positives, two false-negatives]). There are studies in the literature that evaluated the effect of dynamic imaging on the subcoracoid impingement [5,6,8,10,22]. Tendons, ligaments, and capsule of the rotator cuff: gross and microscopic anatom. Coracohumeral index and coracoglenoid inclination as predictors for different types of degenerative subscapularis tendon tears. J Clin Imaging Sci 2011: 1:22, Bureau N, Dussault R, Keats T. Imaging of bursae around the shoulder joint. There was a statistically significant difference in coracohumeral distance (P=0.016), but there was no significant difference in coracoglenoid angle (P=0.08) or coracohumeral angle (P=0.2). The results are expressed as meanstandard deviation (SD); CHD coracohumeral distance; CGA coracoglenoid angle; CHA coracohumeral angle. A new approach uses coracohumeral angle to evaluate subcoracoid impingement. (15a) An axial fat suppressed proton density-weighted image reveals loose bodies within the axillary recess (short arrow) and within the biceps tendon sheath (long arrow). There were Radiology care teams at Ascension sites of care provide convenient imaging tests and quickly share results with you and your doctor. Subcoracoid impingement Last revised by Dr Henry Knipe on 15 Mar 2022 Edit article Citation, DOI & article data Subcoracoid impingement is an unusual form of shoulder impingement and results from narrowing of the coracohumeral interval (space between the tip of the coracoid and the humerus ). 2007;16(2):24550. In our study, the narrowed coracohumeral distance was accompanied by decreased coracoglenoid angle and there was a positive correlation, similar to the report by Watson et al. Wynell-Mayow W, Chong CC, Musbahi O, Ibrahim E. JSES Int. It is essential to properly distinguish these two potential spaces about the shoulder, since fluid within the subcoracoid bursa is considered pathologic, while the fluid in the subscapularis recess is due to a normal communication with the glenohumeral joint. A total of 200 patients (87 males with mean age of 51.115.2 years and 113 females with mean age of 52.610.7 years) undergoing shoulder MRI were included in this retrospective study. The new PMC design is here! See this image and copyright information in PMC. Clinical conditions that may cause changes in measurements of shoulder joints, such as tumors, shoulder surgery, osteoarthritis, inflammatory joint disease, hemophilic arthritis, pyrophosphate disease, and significant trauma (including fractures, dislocations and falling down), were excluded from the study. In the present study, was observed a statistically significant difference between coracoid types and subscapularis tendon pathologies. (C) Hooked coracoid in axial T2-weighted FFE images. There was no statistically significant difference among coracoid types for coracoglenoid angle or coracohumeral angle values (P>0.05). Gerber et al. Radiology 2005; 235: 1, Petchprapal CN, Beltran LS, Lath M, et al.. 2021 Dec;29(6):367-375. doi: 10.1080/10669817.2021.1950300. AJR Am J Roentgenol. Each patient was examined in the supine position, with slight external rotation position of the arm. Okoro T, Reddy VR, Pimpelnarkar A. Coracoid impingement syndrome: a literature review. For the flat coracoid, the axis of the coracoid was generally straight from base to tip [9] (Figure 1A). In the development of subcoracoid impingement, studies on the variabilities of coracoid morphology, coracohumeral distance, and coracoglenoid angle have been published [1,37,9,10]. (B) Osteophyte at the tip of the coracoid. MATERIAL AND METHODS A total of 200 patients (87 males with mean age of 51.115.2 years and 113 females with mean age of 52.610.7 years) undergoing shoulder MRI were included in this retrospective study. HHS Vulnerability Disclosure, Help Nippon Seikeigeka Gakkai Zasshi 1979; 53:225-231, Yi-Hsuan Lee, Ginger H.F. Shu, Ching-Juei Yang, Wen-Sheng Tzeng, Clement Kuen-Huang Chen. The coracoid impingement of the subscapularis tendon: A cadaver study. The adjacent distended subcoracoid bursa (arrowheads) is apparent. (18a) A sagittal T2-weighted image demonstrates a thickened coracohumeral ligament (arrow), infiltration of the subcoracoid fat triangle (short arrow), and a distended subcoracoid bursa (arrowheads). Determining the coracoid type is important for subcoracoid impingement due to the narrowing of the coracohumeral space [1,6,9,10]. We work with you and your doctor to deliver the testing that is right for you. The middle glenohumeral ligament (small arrow) and subscapularis tendon (SSc) are also indicated. Coracohumeral distance, coracoglenoid angle and coracohumeral angle were measured in all subjects. -, Kleist KD, Freehill MQ, Hamilton L, et al. (12b) Communicating fluid is seen to extend from the subacromial bursa into the subcoracoid bursa (arrowheads) on the corresponding T2-weighted sagittal view. The coracoid process is a hook-shaped bone structure projecting anterolaterally from the superior aspect of the scapular neck. The ePub format is best viewed in the iBooks reader. There was a significant difference between type C coracoid and the other coracoid types for coracohumeral distance values (P=0.016). DMC Sinai-Grace Hospital is a 400-bed teaching hospital and offers a complete range . Relation between narrowed coracohumeral distance and subscapularis tears. -, Osti L, Soldati F, Del Buono A, Massari L. Subkorakoid impingement and subscapularis tendon: is there any truth? The subcoracoid bursa lies deep to the conjoined tendons of the coracobrachialis and short biceps tendons, and superficial to the subscapularis tendon. The coracohumeral angle was measured as an angle between the line tangential to the lateral surface of the humerus head from the coracoid tip and the line tangential to the medial surface of the humerus head from coracoid tip on the axial images (Figure 4). Small changes in the subcoracoid space may result in compression of subscapularis bursa and tendon [10]. This could be explained in cases with communication with the subacromial bursa, which would allow for the ongoing decompression of glenohumeral joint fluid through the tear into the subacromial bursa and the subcoracoid bursa. Impingement of the subcoracoid space is a poorly understood pathologic cause of anterior shoulder pain. Another common pathology of the rotator interval is adhesive capsulitis. MRI appears to be more sensitive than CT for diagnosis of coracoid impingement [17]. The groups showed normal distribution and the variances were homogeneous. Pearson correlation analysis was performed for coracohumeral distance and coracoglenoid angle, coracohumeral distance and coracohumeral angle, and coracoglenoid angle and coracohumeral angle. You can use Radiopaedia cases in a variety of ways to help you learn and teach. subscapularis tearing secondary to impingement technique resect posterolateral coracoid to create 7 mm clearance between coracoid and subscapularis if significant subscapularis tendon tear then repair open coracoplasty indications symptoms refractory to conservative treatment subscapularis tearing secondary to impingement technique El-Amin SF 3rd, Maffulli N, Mai MC, Rodriguez HC, Jaso V, Cannon D, Gupta A. J Clin Med. Calcific tendonitis of the subscapularis tendon causing subcoracoid stenosis and coracoid impingement. A 10.7% incidence of bursal communication was identified in a study using subacromial bursography6. CONCLUSION. Venous vascular malformation - thigh. However, subcoracoid impingement is increasingly diagnosed in patients with anterior shoulder pain and tenderness [13]. International Scientific Literature, Ltd. Clin Orthop Surg. Subcoracoid impingement and subscapularis tendon: is there any truth? Dugarte AJ, Davis RJ, Lynch TS, et al. MR Arthrography of Rotator Interval, Long head of the biceps brachii and biceps pulley of the shoulder. What are the findings? Tears of the subscapularis tendon constitute 3137% of all repaired rotator cuff tendons [1012]. But in those few patients who may be unable to undergo MRI, the shoulder arthrogram alone is still a useful tool for assessing the status of the rotator cuff. CONCLUSIONS In subscapularis tendon pathologies, decrease in coracohumeral distance and coracoglenoid angle was observed. Radiopaedia's mission is to create the best radiology reference the world has ever seen and to make it available for free, for ever, for all. Coracoid Impingement and Morphology Is Associated with Fatty Infiltration and Rotator Cuff Tears. Nevertheless, the results of our study are meaningful. Coracohumeral distances and correlation to arm rotation: An. (12c) A more lateral sagittal image demonstrates the distended subcoracoid bursa (arrowheads). This communication between the subacromial and subcoracoid bursae is a well known pitfall in the diagnosis of rotator cuff tears based on arthrography alone. eCollection 2022 May. Gerber et al. [10]. Our results suggest that type C coracoid is an especially important predisposing factor in subcoracoid impingement development. Clinico-radiological correlation of subcoracoid impingement with reduced coracohumeral interval and its relation to subscapularis tears in Indian patients. Subcoracoid impingement is caused by entrapment of a portion of the rotator cuff between the coracoid process and the head of the humerus . In subcoracoid impingement, etiology, idiopathic, iatrogenic, anatomic, and traumatic factors are involved [10,1821]. The Egyptian Journal of Hospital Medicine. Coracohumeral distance, coracoglenoid angle, and coracohumeral angle values were compared with post hoc Tukey test among the subscapularis tendon pathologies. J Bone Joint Surg [Am} 1992, 74: 713-725. (13b) A fat-suppressed proton density-weighted axial image demonstrates a partial thickness subscapularis tendon tear (arrow), and a narrowed coracohumeral distance (dotted line, measuring 3mm). The subcoracoid bursa is one of 5 bursae about the shoulder: the subacromial/subdeltoid bursa, the subscapularis recess/bursa, the subcoracoid bursa, the coracoclavicular bursa, and the supra-acromial bursa (figure 8). At the level of the glenoid, the next sagittal image demonstrates contrast within the subscapularis recess (asterisk) and the subcoracoid bursa (arrowheads) outlining the superior portion of the subscapularis musculotendinous junction (SSc). Tap on the below button when you are Online. The only other such structure communicating normally with the joint is the biceps tendon sheath. There were 87 males with a mean age of 51.115.2 years (range, 1880 years) and 113 females with a mean age of 52.610.7 years (range, 2374 years) in the study group. Watson AC, Jamieson RP, Mattin AC, Page RS. Nair AV, Rao SN, Kumaran CK, Kochukunju BV. Coracohumeral distances and correlation to arm rotation: An in vivo 3-dimensional biplane fluoroscopy study. Mild amount of fluid surrounding the tendon of long head of biceps muscle (tendinitis). Before Partial tears of the subscapularis tendon found during arthroscopic procedures on the shoulder: A statistical analysis of sixty cases. Fourth, interobserver variability could not be determined because the measurements were performed by a single radiologist. During this motion, the posterior fibers of the supraspinatus tendon, anterior fibers of the infraspinatus tendon, or both can get impinged between the humeral head and the posterior glenoid. Features of subcoracoid impingement with narrowing of the coracohumeral distance (6mm), subcoracoid bursitis and severe tendinopathy of the subscapularis with partial tear of its superior fibers and subluxation of a moderately tendinopathic long head of biceps tendon. Giaroli EL, Major NM, Lemley DE et-al. Arrigoni P, Brady PC, Burkhart SS. Subcoracoid impingement. This site needs JavaScript to work properly. In cases where there is no communication between the subcoracoid bursa and the subacromial bursa, fluid within the subcoracoid bursa cannot be explained simply by the presence of a supraspinatus tendon tear. Kragh J, Jr, Doukas WC, Basamania CJ. J Korean Radiol Soc 2001; 45(1):55-59. 2022 Sep;14(3):441-449. doi: 10.4055/cios21261. The subacromial bursa and the subscapularis recess are in close proximity; both track anterior to the subscapularis muscle and deep to the coracoid process, separated only by a thin fibrous band. Report problem with Case; Contact user; (13a) A fat-suppressed proton density-weighted axial image demonstrates a partial thickness subscapularis tendon tear (arrow), and a narrowed coracohumeral distance (dotted line, measuring 3mm). However, variabilities of coracoglenoid angle and coracohumeral angle between coracoid and subscapularis tendon groups are valuable for future studies. Orthopedics 1998;21(5): 545548, Jonathan TF, Jeffrey MT, Mark C, Diane D. Subcoracoid bursitis as an unusual cause of painful anterior shoulder snapping in a weight lifter. American Journal of Roentgenology 2010;195: 567-576, Kim HJ, Han TI, Lee KW, et al. Coracohumeral distance, in axial T2-weighted FFE images (yellow*; coracoid distal tip). Hekimoglu et al. A bursa is a synovial lined potential space which reduces friction at tendon-tendon and tendon-bone interfaces. Subcoracoid impingement, characterized by narrowing of the space between the coracoid process and the humerus, is a rarely recognized cause of shoulder pain [1]. However, given the wide range of pathology with which a distended subcoracoid bursa may be associated, isolated subcoracoid bursitis is best considered a diagnosis of exclusion, after all other associated pathology has been ruled out. Identification of Diagnostic Magnetic Resonance Imaging Findings in 47 Shoulders with Subcoracoid Impingement Syndrome by Comparison with 100 Normal Shoulders. Cetinkaya M, Ataoglu MB, Ozer M, Ayanoglu T, Kanatli U. Arthroscopy. The .gov means its official. The supra-acromial and coracoclavicular bursae have been described as locations of calcific tendonitis 2, but are not as frequently identified as sources of pathology on MRI as the other bursae, which are more intimately related to the rotator cuff. Epub 2018 Aug 29. Freehill MQ. The coronal fat suppressed T1-weighted image reveals an intact supraspinatus tendon (arrowheads) with contrast in the joint (asterisk) and the biceps tendon sheath (small asterisk). All MRI studies were static and used no special patient positioning technique. Given the location of the subcoracoid bursa just caudal to the rotator interval, it is possible that bursal distention could be due to localized trauma, chronic inflammation, or altered biomechanics resulting in increased local friction. [ 15 ] determined that positioning of the shoulder to 90-100 forward flexion and internal rotation significantly decreases the distance between the coracoid and the humeral head (8.7 vs 6.8 mm). Subcoracoid Bursa: Imaging Diagnosis and Significance. Relationship between narrowed coracohumeral distance and subscapularis tears. Coracohumeral angle, in axial T2- weighted FFE images (white*; coracoid distal tip). We predict that type C coracoid from coracoid types is an especially effective factor in subcoracoid impingement. Coracohumeral distance, coracoglenoid angle, and coracohumeral angle values were compared with post hoc Tukey test among the types of coracoids. Shoulder disorders are very common in clinical practice. Giaroli EL, Major NM, Lemley DE, Lee J. Coracohumeral interval imaging in subcoracoid impingement syndrome on MRI. Neither the subcoracoid bursa nor the subacromial bursa should communicate with the glenohumeral joint when the rotator cuff is intact, but they may communicate with one another. 50816 cases. Okoro T, Reddy VR, Pimpelnarkar A. Coracoid impingement syndrome: A literature review. Internal impingement is a condition that occurs in athletes in which the shoulder is put in extreme abduction and external rotation during overhead movements. [16] described an increased subcoracoid area after decompression surgery in symptomatic patients. Coracohumeral distance, coracoglenoid angle and coracohumeral angle were measured in all subjects. A statistically insignificant increase in coracohumeral angle values was found in the subscapularis tendon pathologies. This occurs when the subscapularis tendon impinges between the coracoid and lesser tuberosity of the humerus. In our study, type A coracoid was the most frequent type, and type C coracoid was less frequent in the normal tendon group; type C coracoid was seen more frequently in the tendinosis and tear groups. The subcoracoid bursa (SC) is separate and lies anterior to the subscapularis muscle and deep to the origins of the short head of the biceps tendon (SHB) and coracobrachialis (CB) muscles. Subcoracoid impingement syndrome: A painful shoulder condition related to different pathologic factors. Muscles Ligaments Tendons J. Distension of the subcoracoid bursa can be an isolated finding, but more frequently it is a marker of significant pathology elsewhere in the shoulder. Int Orthop. Gerber C, Terrier F, Ganz R. The role of the coracoid process in the chronic impingement syndrome. One-way ANOVA was used to assess differences between the groups. (15b) A coronal fat suppressed T2-weighted image redemonstrates the loose body (arrow) within the distended biceps tendon sheath. The routine shoulder MRI protocol for the 1.5-T MR machine at Krkkale University Hospital was as follows: T2-weighted FFE images in axial plane (TR/TE interval, 26003000/2030 ms), T2-weighted SPAIR images in sagittal plane (TR/TE interval, 26003000/2030 ms), and T2-weighted images fat-suppressed proton density-weighted images in coronal oblique plane (TR/TE interval, 26003000/2030 ms). Ashoor MMA, Hamed WM, Alfarsi HM, et al. Direct MR visualization of rotator interval tears is acknowledged to be difficult5 and published illustrations are rare 13,14, but subcoracoid effusions have been reported in association with rotator interval tears5. An official website of the United States government. The presence of contrast filling the subcoracoid bursa has been described as an indirect sign of adhesive capsulitis on MR arthrography 15. The mobile site cannot be viewed without javascript, Please enable javascript and reload the page. Coracoglenoid angle values also decreased in the subscapularis tendon tendinosis and tear groups. Arthroscopic management of calcific tendinitis of the subscapularis tendon. There is a notable absence of loose bodies in a distended non-communicating subcoracoid bursa (figure 16b). The amount of fluid within the subcoracoid bursa has not been directly correlated with degree of patients symptoms, but it has been suggested that larger amounts of fluid within the bursa correlate with the presence of a full thickness rotator cuff tear4. Coracohumeral angle, in axial T2- weighted FFE images ( white*; coracoid distal tip). The PMC legacy view will also be available for a limited time. Kim TK, Rauh PB, McFarland EG. In the subscapularis tendon tears, the coracohumeral distance narrowed and the mean value was 6 mm. Prevalence of subscapularis tears and accuracy of shoulder ultrasound in pre-operative diagnosis. The subscapularis recess can be loculated, and when markedly distended it can drape even further inferiorly along the anterior border of the subscapularis tendon (figure 11), but should not be confused with the subcoracoid bursa which extends significantly more caudally along the anterior border of the subscapularis tendon. Correctly identifying the subcoracoid bursa and its relationship to other bursae in the shoulder should prompt the MRI radiologist to search for specific associated abnormalities. For binary comparisons, Tukey post hoc analysis was done. The normal coracohumeral distance measures > 10 mm in asymptomatic patients. Among several other pathologies, calcific tendinopathy of the rotator cuff tendons is frequently observed during the ultrasound examination of patients with painful shoulder. Involvement of the subacromial bursa with calcific bursitis or synovial chondromatosis has also been described2,9,12. Subscapularis medial and lateral head coracohumeral ligament insertion anatomy: Arthroscopic appearance and incidence of hidden rotator interval lesions. There was no significant difference between the coracoid types and coracoglenoid angle values in our study. P value=0.02 according to chi square analysis. Correlation analysis among coracohumeral distance, coracoglenoid angle and coracohumeral angle. Clinical History: A 35 year-old female presents with shoulder pain after injuring her shoulder lifting a gate. There was a negative correlation between coracohumeral distance and coracohumeral angle (R=0.668 P=0.000) and between coracoglenoid angle and coracohumeral angle (R=0.605 P=0.000). 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