Dynamic Ultrasonography in Musculoskeletal System-Lower Extremity and Miscellaneous disorders.
- Author:
Sung Moon LEE
1
;
Byung Hak RHO
Author Information
1. Department of Diagnostic Radiology, Keimyung University School of Medicine, Daegu, Korea. smlee@dsmc.or.kr
- Publication Type:Review
- Keywords:
Ultrasound (US);
Dynamic sonography;
Musculoskeletal Imaging;
Extremity
- MeSH:
Extremities;
Lower Extremity;
Upper Extremity
- From:Journal of the Korean Society of Medical Ultrasound
2009;28(2):65-74
- CountryRepublic of Korea
- Language:Korean
-
Abstract:
Performing dynamic ultrasonography in the lower extremity is not so popular as performing dynamic ultrasonography in the upper extremity. However, performing this modality is essential for some diseases and it is very helpful for various other disorders too. The purpose of this article is to describe the basic technique and disorders that dynamic ultrasonography is helpful for or essential for making a diagnosis in the lower extremity and for diagnosing other miscellaneous diseases as well. We also include a review of the relevant medical literature.
