Imaging of the Proximal and Distal Radioulnar Joints

Eric C. Ehman; Joel P. Felmlee; Matthew A. Frick

doi:10.1016/j.mric.2015.04.011

Imaging of the Proximal and Distal Radioulnar Joints

Eric C. Ehman, Joel P. Felmlee, Matthew A. Frick

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Abstract

The proximal and distal radioulnar joints form a unique articular arrangement between the radius and ulna, allowing pivot motion of the forearm and positioning the hand in space. Typically imaged in conjunction with the elbow, radiographs, computed tomography (CT), and MR imaging of the proximal radioulnar joint contribute unique diagnostic information. Because dysfunction of the distal radioulnar joint is often a result of instability, dynamic CT protocols stressing the joint in addition to anatomic imaging with radiographs and MR imaging is valuable. Detailed knowledge of the patient's clinical condition and careful selection of imaging protocols will maximize the benefits.

Original language	English (US)
Pages (from-to)	417-425
Number of pages	9
Journal	Magnetic resonance imaging clinics of North America
Volume	23
Issue number	3
DOIs	https://doi.org/10.1016/j.mric.2015.04.011
State	Published - Aug 1 2015

Keywords

CT
Elbow
MR imaging
Radiology
Radius
Ulna
Wrist

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Radiology Nuclear Medicine and imaging

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