Insights into Imaging (Oct 2021)

Overuse-related instability of the elbow: the role of CT-arthrography

  • Andrea Zagarella,
  • Giulia Signorelli,
  • Giulia Muscogiuri,
  • Roberta Colombo,
  • Gianluca Folco,
  • Paolo Arrigoni,
  • Mattia Radici,
  • Pietro Simone Randelli,
  • Mauro Battista Gallazzi

DOI
https://doi.org/10.1186/s13244-021-01065-8
Journal volume & issue
Vol. 12, no. 1
pp. 1 – 14

Abstract

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Abstract The elbow is a complex joint whose biomechanical function is granted by the interplay and synergy of various anatomical structures. Articular stability is achieved by both static and dynamic constraints, which consist of osseous as well as soft-tissue components. Injuries determining instability frequently involve several of these structures. Therefore, accurate knowledge of regional anatomy and imaging findings is fundamental for a precise diagnosis and an appropriate clinical management of elbow instability. This review focuses particularly on the varied appearance of overuse-related elbow injuries at CT-arthrography.

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