A mimicker of meningitis, retropharyngeal abscess and cervical spondylodiscitis – acute calcific tendinitis of longus colli muscle

Be aware of the presentation of acute calcific tendinitis of the longus colli muscle, which can mimic severe conditions such as meningitis, an intracranial abscess, a retropharyngeal abscess or cervical spondylodiscitis.Recognising the characteristic radiological findings of acute calcific tendinitis of the longus colli muscle is crucial to avoid unnecessary invasive and surgical interventions and ensure appropriate conservative management.