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Musculoskeletal Ultrasound: How, Why and When by Lorelei Waring, DCR (R), PgC AP, MSc Medical Ultrasound, FHEA (Senior Lecturer Department of Medical Sciences, Institute of Health University of Cumbria, Lancaster United Kingdom)

As ultrasound is used more widely by a range of healthcare professionals as a successful imaging tool for musculoskeletal conditions, Musculoskeletal Ultrasound demystifies the technique for students and practitioners who do not necessarily have specialised knowledge in this area. The text is written at a level suitable for both students and more experienced practitioners, and has been edited by experienced sonographers working in consultant practice and education. It covers basic ultrasound anatomy and normal variants, common pathology, how to report, and differential diagnoses processes. With contributions from leading musculoskeletal sonographers and a physiotherapist, and with input from radiology and rheumatology, this book provides a rounded, evidence-based resource for anyone wishing to incorporate musculoskeletal ultrasound into their practice. Accessible, step-by-step approach to support understanding Highly illustrated, ultrasound images included throughout Tips to help the reader problem solve and avoid common pitfalls

Table of Contents

1. Introduction Lorelei waring, Alison hall, Sara Riley . This section will provide a background to MSK ultrasound and where this modality fits in the healthcare spectrum 2. Physical principles of ultrasound Heather Venables . As this book will be utilised by a range of healthcare professional it is important to include a section of the physical principles of ultrasound to support new learners in the field. This section will detail the important physical principles, how ultrasound interacts with different tissues and how an ultrasound image is produced. Artefacts associated with the MSK field and the principles of Doppler will also be included 3. Ultrasound of the shoulder Lorelei Waring . Technique . Normal appearances . Pathological conditions . Clinical relevance 4. Ultrasound of the elbow, Wrist and Hand TBC . Technique . Normal appearances . Pathological conditions . Clinical relevance 5. Ultrasound of Hernias Nicki Delves . Technique . Normal appearances . Pathological conditions . Clinical relevance 6. Ultrasound of the Hip and Knee TBC . Technique . Normal appearances . Pathological conditions 7. Ultrasound of the ankle and foot Sophie Cochran . Technique . Normal appearances . Pathological conditions 8. Ultrasound in Rheumatology Alison Hall . Background to rheumatological conditions . Ultrasound technique . Ultrasound appearances of rheumatological conditions 9. Interventional ultrasound Sara Riley . An overview of MSK related interventional procedures . Including a technical section, medicolegal aspects e.g. documentation, consent etc. 10. Soft Tissue Masses Katie Simm . Technique . Normal appearances Pathological conditions Clinical examination 11. Reporting and medico legal issues TBC . Example reports . Image interpretation . Protocols . Insurance

Additional information

NPB9780702081989
9780702081989
0702081981
Musculoskeletal Ultrasound: How, Why and When by Lorelei Waring, DCR (R), PgC AP, MSc Medical Ultrasound, FHEA (Senior Lecturer Department of Medical Sciences, Institute of Health University of Cumbria, Lancaster United Kingdom)
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Elsevier Health Sciences
2021-11-26
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