Acute Calcific Tendonitis of the Longus Colli.

Conclusion: The clinical presentation and laboratory findings of ACTLC are nonspecific; however, a CT scan revealing a calcific deposition in the retropharyngeal space confirms the diagnosis. Spontaneous resolution during the course of several weeks warrants conservative treatment with analgesia and antiinflammatory medications. Awareness of ACTLC must be increased to avoid diagnostic errors and prevent unnecessary medical interventions. PMID: 29559880 [PubMed]
Source: Ochsner Journal - Category: General Medicine Tags: Ochsner J Source Type: research