肘部超声显像

Ultrasound of the Elbow

肘关节是上肢重要的关节,肘部超声检查的优点包括简单易行、多平面扫查以及能够动态检查关节结构。病人症状和触痛最明显的位置与影像结果有直接的相关性,易于与对侧进行对照。超声不仅能够检查关节周围的肌腱、韧带等结构,还可以显示关节积液、游离体和局限性囊肿和肿瘤。如果手法得当,超声检查必将是肘关节疾病诊断的一种有价值的影像学方法。

The elbow is an important joint of the upper extremity. The advantage of ultrasound Imaging of the elbow include easy availability, multiplanar capability and the ability to assess structures dynamically. Patient symptomatology and site of maximal tenderness can be directly correlated with imaging finding. Comparison is easily made with the contralateral side.Particular strengths include the ability to assess para-articular structures, such as regional tendons and ligaments, in additional to assessment of joint effusions, loose bodies, regional burse and masses. With operator experience and excellent technique, ultrasound is a valuable imaging tool for assessment of disorders of the elbow joint.