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01-04-2009 | Musculoskeletal

Ultrasound-guided interventional procedures of the wrist and hand

Authors: James Teh, Marianna Vlychou

Published in: European Radiology | Issue 4/2009

Abstract

This pictorial review will outline the rationale, indications, techniques, controversies and possible complications of ultrasound-guided interventional procedures of the hand and wrist.

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Title: Ultrasound-guided interventional procedures of the wrist and hand
Authors: James Teh
Marianna Vlychou
Publication date: 01-04-2009
Publisher: Springer-Verlag
Published in: European Radiology / Issue 4/2009
Print ISSN: 0938-7994
Electronic ISSN: 1432-1084
DOI: https://doi.org/10.1007/s00330-008-1209-1

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