The Radiopaedia Reading Room Podcast 60. Musculoskeletal calcifications with Matt Skalski
Feb 12, 2025
Matt Skalski, an MSK radiologist and radiology educator from Wisconsin, joins to delve into musculoskeletal calcifications. He explains the nuances of conditions like HADD and CPPD, clarifying their clinical significance. The conversation also highlights the challenges in diagnosing calcifications through imaging. Personal touches include humorous Valentine's anecdotes and building projects at home, showcasing Matt's dual expertise in radiology and creativity. It's an insightful mix of medical education and light-hearted storytelling!
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Unique Puppy Proposal
- Andrew Dixon shared his unique Valentine's Day proposal involving a golden retriever puppy with a ring on its collar.
- The proposal creatively used rose petals and candles, successfully winning over his future wife.
Understanding HADD Manifestations
- Calcium hydroxyapatite deposition disease (HADD) commonly causes calcific periarthritis and acute calcific tendonitis.
- Symptoms arise when calcifications migrate from tendons into bursae, joints, or bone, causing inflammation and pain.
Detecting Acute Calcific Tendonitis
- Look for clues like joint effusion, pseudo subluxation, and changes in calcium morphology to identify acute calcific tendonitis.
- Compare with prior films and consider MRI to distinguish inflammation from chronic calcification.
