Post-traumatic osteolysis of the clavicle: a case report.
A case of post-traumatic osteolysis of the clavicle occurring in a 25-year-old male is described. The condition should be suspected in anyone giving a history of persistent shoulder pain following trauma or intensive sporting activities. Characteristic resorption of the distal tip of the clavicle is found on X-ray. The condition usually responds within 2 years to conservative treatment. Previous reports of the condition are reviewed, and the possible pathogenesis and differential diagnosis discussed.
D000328:Adult; D001265:Athletic Injuries / Q000150:complications* / Q000000981:diagnostic imaging; D001642:Bicycling; D001862:Bone Resorption / Q000209:etiology*; D002968:Clavicle / Q000000981:diagnostic imaging / Q000293:injuries*; D006801:Humans; D008297:Male; D010014:Osteolysis / Q000209:etiology* / Q000503:physiopathology; D011859:Radiography; D013177:Sports; D013997:Time Factors