[Bursitis intermetacarpophalangea calcarea (case report)].

A case of bursitis intermetacarpophalangea calcarea is presented which, after clinical and X-ray examination, raised problems regarding differential diagnosis. Because of the rarity of the findings, the anatomical localization as well as the surgical procedure is presented. Calcifications which may show in tendons and ligaments are discussed. In cases of acute calcareous infiltration in hands, surgery very rarely is indicated. By contrast, in cases of bursitis intermetacarpophalangea calcarea, surgery should be performed as soon as possible to preserve normal hand function.