| Musculoskeletal ultrasound: evaluation of ankle tendons and ligaments. | |
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PMID: 20489070 Owner: NLM Status: MEDLINE |
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OBJECTIVE: Ultrasound is well-established as a safe, efficient, and cost-effective method to evaluate superficial structures about the ankle. The purpose of this video article is to review the anatomy, scanning techniques, and sonographic appearance of the tendons and ligaments of the ankle. CONCLUSION: Ultrasound is well-suited for imaging the tendons and ligaments of the ankle. Knowledge of anatomy and bony landmarks is essential for scanning the ankle accurately and efficiently. |
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Authors:
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Sandra J Allison; Levon N Nazarian |
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Type: Interactive Tutorial |
Journal Detail:
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Title: AJR. American journal of roentgenology Volume: 194 ISSN: 1546-3141 ISO Abbreviation: AJR Am J Roentgenol Publication Date: 2010 Jun |
Date Detail:
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Created Date: 2010-05-21 Completed Date: 2010-06-10 Revised Date: - |
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Nlm Unique ID: 7708173 Medline TA: AJR Am J Roentgenol Country: United States |
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Languages: eng Pagination: W514 Citation Subset: AIM; IM |
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Department of Radiology, Georgetown University Hospital, Washington, DC 20007-2113, USA. sa263@gunet.georgetown.edu |
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Ankle
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anatomy & histology*,
ultrasonography* Ankle Injuries / ultrasonography* Humans Ligaments, Articular / anatomy & histology*, injuries, ultrasonography* Tendon Injuries / ultrasonography* Tendons / anatomy & histology*, ultrasonography |
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