OPC 4

In calcific tendinitis, which imaging modality is most sensitive for detecting early calcium deposits

• X ray

• MRI

• Ultrasound

• CT scan

The resorptive phase of calcific tendinitis is associated with which of the following symptoms?

• Mild, chronic pain

• Severe acute pain

• Limited range of motion without pain

• Asymptomatic

What is the most common affected tendon in calcific tendinitis of the shoulder?

• Subscapularis tendon

• Supraspinous tendon

• Infraspinous tendon

• Teres minor tendon

Which of the following treatment directly removes calcium deposits in patients with severe calcific tendinitis?

• Corticosteroid injection

• Extracorporeal shock wave

• Arthroscopic removal

• NSAIDs

What is the primary mechanism of tendon injury in tendinitis caused by overuse?

• Acute tearing of collagen fibers

• Accumulation of microtrauma and insufficient repair

• calcification of tendon fibers

• Bacterial infection