Dynamic Ultrasonography in Musculoskeletal System: Upper Extremity.
- Author:
Byung Hak RHO
1
;
Sung Moon LEE
Author Information
1. Department of Diagnostic Radiology, Keimyung University School of Medicine, Korea. nbhdrh@dsmc.or.kr
- Publication Type:Review
- Keywords:
Ultrasound (US);
Dynamic sonography;
Musculoskeletal Imaging;
Extremity
- MeSH:
Extremities;
Ligaments;
Musculoskeletal System;
Tendons;
Upper Extremity
- From:Journal of the Korean Society of Medical Ultrasound
2009;28(1):1-10
- CountryRepublic of Korea
- Language:Korean
-
Abstract:
With technical advances, ultrasonography of musculoskeletal system has been an important imaging modality in variable disorders and has been popular. Real-time imaging and possible dynamic motion study are special advantages of ultrasonography, and particularly helpful in evaluation of tendon or ligament injury. The purpose of this article is to review the basic technique and disorders that dynamic ultrasonography is helpful or essential in diagnosis in upper extremity.
