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Although enthesopathies primarily affect tendon insertions, they are closely linked to the underlying bone pathology of XLH, reflecting mineralization defects characteristic of osteomalacia. This study aimed to determine the prevalence of enthesopathies in XLH patients using ultrasound and assess their association with pain and physical function. This cross-sectional study included 26 XLH patients (mean age: 37.9\u2009\u00b1\u200917.1\u00a0yr, 76.9% female). Ultrasound examinations assessed 6 tendons of the upper and 10 tendons of the lower extremity in adolescents and adults with XLH. Laboratory tests included phosphate, alkaline phosphatase, and i-FGF23 levels. Physical performance was evaluated using the 6-min walk test (6MWT) and the chair rising test. Pain was assessed using the brief pain inventory. Enthesopathies were detected by ultrasound in 84.6% of patients, affecting predominantly the lower extremities (80.8%) but also the upper extremities (50%). 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