Assessment of ligament and tendon injuries of the elbow using magnetic resonance imaging

An overview about the normal anatomy and frequent pathologies of tendons and ligaments of the elbow using MRI will be provided. The unique joint configuration and articulation, as well as passive ligamentous and active muscle structures as well as the unique configuration of the articulating compone...

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Published in:Radiologe 2018-11, Vol.58 (11), p.996
Main Authors: Janßen, R, Falkowski, A L, Hirschmann, A
Format: Article
Language:ger
Subjects:
Elbow - diagnostic imaging
Elbow Joint
Humans
Ligaments
Ligaments, Articular - diagnostic imaging
Magnetic Resonance Imaging
Tendon Injuries
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Summary:An overview about the normal anatomy and frequent pathologies of tendons and ligaments of the elbow using MRI will be provided. The unique joint configuration and articulation, as well as passive ligamentous and active muscle structures as well as the unique configuration of the articulating components of the elbow contribute to joint stabilization. MRI is an essential imaging modality in patients with ligamentous injuries including the sequelae of joint dislocation as well as chronic pathologies such as long-standing and refractory tendinopathies. Ideally, when reporting MRI of the elbow, the joint is separated into its four compartments, anterior, posterior, medial and lateral, allowing precise, comprehensive and structured reporting.
ISSN:1432-2102
DOI:10.1007/s00117-018-0441-1