Subcutaneous acromial bursa
Bursa subcutanea acromialis
- Related terms: Subcutaneous bursa of acromion
Definition
The subcutaneous acromial bursa is a small, superficial synovial sac located between the skin and the acromion process of the scapula. serves to reduce friction between the acromion and the overlying skin and subcutaneous tissue, particularly during shoulder elevation or when pressure is applied to the superior aspect of the shoulder, e.g., when carrying loads.
References
Tamborrini, G., Micheroli, R., Ricci, V., Becciolini, M., Garcia-Pompermayer, M., Gonzalo, A.S.B., Müller-Gerbl, M. and Margenfeld, F., 2024. Advancing high-resolution musculoskeletal ultrasound: a histology-and anatomy-driven approach for enhanced shoulder imaging. Part 2: Anterior and lateral shoulder. Journal of ultrasonography, 24(99), p.32.
