differentiation of resident mesenchymal stem cells (MSCs) [2][3][4]. However, the mechanism that causes this erroneous differentiation is still not elucidated. This process can involve the tendon-bone junction (insertional CT), or the midsubstance of the tendons. Insertional CT has a tridimensional structure similar to the trabecular bone [5], and typically involves the Achilles or the patellar tendon. Calcific deposits
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