Role of ultrasonography in evaluation of tendons abnormalities in hand and fingers

Abstract

Abstract Background Characterization of tendon pathologies of the hand and fingers remains problematic, despite advances in imaging. By using clinical history and imaging appearance, one can determine the diagnosis. Ultrasonography (USG) may be used as the first imaging modality when MRI unavailable or has a higher cost for patients. Purpose Assessment of role of USG in evaluation of tendons abnormalities in hand and fingers Results USG detected 20 of 20 cases (100%) of tenosynovitis, 8 of 10 cases (80%) of trigger finger, 10 of 12 cases (83.3%) of tendon tear, 3 of 3 cases (100%) of foreign body impaction, 12 of 12 cases (100%) of simple ganglion, and 3 of 3 cases (100%) of solid masses with sensitivity, specificity, and accuracy 93.8%, 97.8%, and 95.8%, respectively. Conclusion USG is a powerful, easy, and inexpensive imaging tool that allows accurate assessment of the hand and finger’s tendons abnormalities.

Keywords

• Hand pain
• Magnetic resonance imaging
• Tendons abnormalities
• Ultrasonography