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Published in: Skeletal Radiology 5/2017

01-05-2017 | Review Article

The iliotibial tract: imaging, anatomy, injuries, and other pathology

Authors: Russell Flato, Giovanni J. Passanante, Matthew R. Skalski, Dakshesh B. Patel, Eric A. White, George R. Matcuk Jr.

Published in: Skeletal Radiology | Issue 5/2017

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Abstract

The iliotibial tract, also known as Maissiat’s band or the iliotibial band, and its associated muscles function to extend, abduct, and laterally rotate the hip, as well as aid in the stabilization of the knee. A select group of associated injuries and pathologies of the iliotibial tract are seen as sequela of repetitive stress and direct trauma. This article intends to educate the radiologist, orthopedist, and other clinicians about iliotibial tract anatomy and function and the clinical presentation, pathophysiology, and imaging findings of associated pathologies. Specifically, this article will review proximal iliotibial band syndrome, Morel-Lavallée lesions, external snapping hip syndrome, iliotibial band syndrome and bursitis, traumatic tears, iliotibial insertional tendinosis and peritendonitis, avulsion fractures at Gerdy’s tubercle, and Segond fractures. The clinical management of these pathologies will also be discussed in brief.
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Metadata
Title
The iliotibial tract: imaging, anatomy, injuries, and other pathology
Authors
Russell Flato
Giovanni J. Passanante
Matthew R. Skalski
Dakshesh B. Patel
Eric A. White
George R. Matcuk Jr.
Publication date
01-05-2017
Publisher
Springer Berlin Heidelberg
Published in
Skeletal Radiology / Issue 5/2017
Print ISSN: 0364-2348
Electronic ISSN: 1432-2161
DOI
https://doi.org/10.1007/s00256-017-2604-y

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