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Published in: Skeletal Radiology 1/2005

01-01-2005 | Review Article

Magnetic resonance imaging of the elbow. Part II: Abnormalities of the ligaments, tendons, and nerves

Authors: Richard Kijowski, Michael Tuite, Matthew Sanford

Published in: Skeletal Radiology | Issue 1/2005

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Abstract

Part II of this comprehensive review on magnetic resonance imaging of the elbow discusses the role of magnetic resonance imaging in evaluating patients with abnormalities of the ligaments, tendons, and nerves of the elbow. Magnetic resonance imaging can yield high-quality multiplanar images which are useful in evaluating the soft tissue structures of the elbow. Magnetic resonance imaging can detect tears of the ulnar collateral ligament and lateral collateral ligament of the elbow with high sensitivity and specificity. Magnetic resonance imaging can determine the extent of tendon pathology in patients with medial epicondylitis and lateral epicondylitis. Magnetic resonance imaging can detect tears of the biceps tendon and triceps tendon and can distinguishing between partial and complete tendon rupture. Magnetic resonance imaging is also helpful in evaluating patients with nerve disorders at the elbow.
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Metadata
Title
Magnetic resonance imaging of the elbow. Part II: Abnormalities of the ligaments, tendons, and nerves
Authors
Richard Kijowski
Michael Tuite
Matthew Sanford
Publication date
01-01-2005
Publisher
Springer-Verlag
Published in
Skeletal Radiology / Issue 1/2005
Print ISSN: 0364-2348
Electronic ISSN: 1432-2161
DOI
https://doi.org/10.1007/s00256-004-0854-y

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