Supra-acromial bursa

Diagram of normal bursae surrounding the shoulder joint: (1) subacromial-subdeltoid bursa, (2) subscapular recess, (3) subcoracoid bursa, (4) coracoclavicular bursa, (5) supra-acromial bursa and (6) medial extension of subacromial-subdeltoid bursa.

The supra-acromial bursa is located on the superior aspect of the acromion and normally does not communicate with the glenohumeral joint.[1] Supra-acromial bursitis has not been receiving much attention from literature and remains described mainly as case reports of presumptive diagnosis with no histopathological correlation.[2] Since the bursa is supra-acromial, not supraclavicular, fluid-filled masses located over the acromioclavicular joint or distal clavicle do not correspond to supra-acromial bursitis.[2]

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References

  1. ↑ Resnick D. Diagnosis of bone and joint disorders. 3rd edition. Philadelphia: WB Saunders Company; 1995.
  2. 1 2 Arend CF. Ultrasound of the Shoulder. Master Medical Books, 2013. Free chapter on ultrasound evaluation of the supra-acromial bursa available at ShoulderUS.com
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