Fundamentals of Musculoskeletal Ultrasound

Fully revised, the new 4th edition of this bestselling title provides a comprehensive review of musculoskeletal ultrasound imaging. Ultrasound scanning details for each joint are described and illustrated using a protocol-driven approach that allows the reader to develop an efficient and comprehensive scanning technique. Examples show transducer placement and resulting normal ultrasound findings, essential anatomy is illustrated and reviewed, and common musculoskeletal pathology is discussed, along with ultrasound imaging examples and videos. Other topics include image optimization, color Doppler imaging, and ultrasound-guided interventional procedures.

• Reviews essential anatomy of each joint, including anatomical drawings and illustrations.
• Details a scanning protocol for each joint, including checklists of important anatomical structures.
• NEW in this 4th edition: live real-time narrated videos demonstrating scanning protocols for each joint with simultaneous ultrasound imaging.
• Includes more than 200 NEW and updated images of common musculoskeletal pathology.
• Features 335 updated and narrated video clips of real-time dynamic ultrasound imaging that provide instruction in a didactic format, highlighting key findings.
• Includes sample reports of normal and abnormal ultrasound exams that can be used as reporting templates.
• Reviews common ultrasound-guided musculoskeletal procedures, including transducer placement and needle positioning.
• Keeps you up to date with thoroughly revised text, references, and images.
• Provides quick and easy reference with reader-friendly lists, tables, and images.
• An eBook version is included with purchase. The eBook allows you to access all of the text, figures, and references, with the ability to search, customize your content, make notes and highlights, and have content read aloud. Additional digital ancillary content may publish up to 6 weeks following the publication date.

1. Introduction 2. Basic Pathology Concepts3. Shoulder Ultrasound4. Elbow Ultrasound5. Wrist and Hand Ultrasound6. Hip and Thigh Ultrasound7. Knee Ultrasound8. Ankle, Foot, and Lower Leg Ultrasound9. Interventional Techniques