Fundamentals of Musculoskeletal Ultrasound

Effectively perform and interpret musculoskeletal ultrasound with this concise, highly illustrated resource by Jon A. Jacobson, MD. Fully revised, this bestselling title covers all the essential details of musculoskeletal ultrasound imaging, providing a solid understanding of the technique and how to make accurate diagnoses. It takes a concise, clear, and step-by-step approach to all of the most common musculoskeletal ultrasound applications, with specific details on anatomy, patient positioning, scanning techniques, normal and abnormal findings, tips, and pitfalls.

New to this Edition

    Nearly 400 new ultrasound images show scanning technique, anatomy, and essential pathology.

    Over 200 narrated video clips of real-time dynamic ultrasound imaging provide instruction in a succinct, didactic format, highlighting key findings.

    Newly revised information throughout helps you grasp essential concepts in diagnostic musculoskeletal ultrasound, ultrasound-guided musculoskeletal procedures, and much more.

    Chapter 1, Introduction and Chapter 2, Basic Pathology Concepts now included in both print and electronic versions.

    Thoroughly revised text, references, and images keep you up to date.

    Expert Consult™ eBook version included with purchase. This enhanced eBook experience allows you to search all of the text, figures, Q&As, and references from the book on a variety of devices.

Key Features

    A succinct, highly accessible writing style makes information easy to understand.

    Over 200 narrated video clips of real-time dynamic ultrasound imaging provide instruction in a succinct, didactic format, highlighting key findings.

    Common percutaneous ultrasound-guided musculoskeletal procedures are demonstrated, including transducer and needle positioning.

CONTENTS

1. Introduction

2. Basic Pathology Concepts

3. Shoulder Ultrasound

4. Elbow Ultrasound

5. Wrist and Hand Ultrasound

6. Hip and Thigh Ultrasound

7. Knee Ultrasound

8. Ankle, Foot, and Lower Leg Ultrasound

9. Interventional Techniques