Madelung's deformity (MD) is frequently associated with Leri-Weill's dyschondrosteosis (LWD) even if the primary isolated form (PI-MD) is much more common. Recent studies pointed out how two abnormal ligaments, the Vickers ligament (VL) and the radiotriquetral ligament (RTL), are defining traits of MD. To date, in PI-MD, both VL and RTL have been reported.
View Article and Find Full Text PDFTumoral calcinosis is a rare condition characterized by deposits of calcium hydroxyapatite crystals in periarticular soft tissues. Three clinical settings are possible: complication of renal dialysis, hereditary and sporadic. The condition more commonly affects adults, is rare in children and extremely uncommon in infants.
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