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Skeletal Radiology
Published in: Skeletal Radiology 12/2011

01-12-2011 | Review Article

The role of ultrasound and magnetic resonance imaging in the evaluation of the forearm interosseous membrane. A review

Authors: Juan Rodriguez-Martin, Juan Pretell-Mazzini

Published in: Skeletal Radiology | Issue 12/2011

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Abstract

The interosseous membrane of the forearm is an important structure to consider in cases of elbow and forearm trauma; it can be injured after elbow or forearm fractures, leading to longitudinal forearm instability. Diagnosis of interosseous membrane injuries is challenging, and failure in diagnosis may result in poor clinical outcomes and complications. Magnetic resonance imaging and ultrasound have shown to be valuable methods for the evaluation of this important structure. Both techniques have advantages and limitations, and its use should be adapted to each specific clinical scenario. This article presents an up-to-date literature review regarding the use of ultrasound and magnetic resonance imaging in the forearm interosseous membrane evaluation.
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Metadata
Title
The role of ultrasound and magnetic resonance imaging in the evaluation of the forearm interosseous membrane. A review
Authors
Juan Rodriguez-Martin
Juan Pretell-Mazzini
Publication date
01-12-2011
Publisher
Springer Berlin Heidelberg
Published in
Skeletal Radiology / Issue 12/2011
Print ISSN: 0364-2348
Electronic ISSN: 1432-2161
DOI
https://doi.org/10.1007/s00256-011-1190-7

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