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Develop a solid understanding of ultrasound and evolving musculoskeletal ultrasound practices with this multiple
award-winning point-of-care reference in the popular
Diagnostic Ultrasound series. Written by leading experts in the field, the third edition of
Diagnostic Ultrasound: Musculoskeletal offers
detailed, clinically oriented coverage of anatomy, techniques, and diagnoses in this complex area. Featuring
more than 3,800 images and
100+ online videos, this edition showcases today’s rapidly evolving musculoskeletal ultrasound practice and its expanding applications for everyday clinical use.
More than 100 detailed, clinically-oriented chapters provide expert guidance on ultrasound anatomy, technique, diagnosis, differential diagnosis, reporting, and ultrasound-guided interventional procedures for the entire musculoskeletal system.
- Reflects the most current ultrasound techniques for each body section, and dozens of revised diagnosis chapters that feature new content, ultrasound images, and schematics
- Contains new chapters on nerves, brachial plexus, synovial biopsy and more, as well as newly up-to-date anatomy chapters with more clinically relevant schematic diagrams
- Uses a bulleted, templated format that helps you quickly find and understand complex information, as well as thousands of high-quality images and illustrations
- Describes how to write an efficient, useful, and factually correct ultrasound report
- Approaches musculoskeletal ultrasound from the viewpoints of a specific diagnosis (Dx section) as well as that of a specific ultrasound appearance (DDx section)
- Offers updates on fundamental ultrasound technique, ultrasound anatomy, and pitfalls, ideal for those either new to musculoskeletal ultrasound or those with limited experience who wish to improve their skill set
- Serves as an ideal reference for radiologists, sonographers, rheumatologists, orthopedic surgeons, sports physicians, and physiotherapists
- Includes an eBook version that enables you to access all text, figures, and references, with the ability to search, customize your content, make notes and highlights, and have content read aloud; additional digital ancillary content may publish up to 6 weeks following the publication date
List of contents
Part I: AnatomySection 1: Upper Limb
Section 2: Trunk
Section 3: Lower Limb
Part II: Ultrasound in PracticeSection 1: Approach
Section 2: Technique
Part III: DiagnosesSection 1: Tendon Disorders
Section 2: Soft Tissue, Bone, and Joint Injury
Section 3: Arthropathies
Section 4: Neurovascular Abnormalities
Section 5: Infection
Section 6: Articular and Paraarticular Masses
Section 7: Soft Tissue and Bone Tumors
Section 8: Hernia
Part IV: Differential DiagnosesSection 1: General Lumps and Bumps
Section 2: Tendon Abnormalities
Section 3: Nerve, Fascia, and Bone
Section 4: Joint Abnormalities
Section 5: Chest and Abdominal Wall
Part V: Interventional ProceduresSection 1: Biopsy
Section 2: Joint Procedures
About the author
Professor James F. Griffith is an academic clinical radiologist working at The Chinese University of Hong Kong. He has 25 years of experience working with musculoskeletal ultrasound in a clinical setting from the initial inception of high-resolution ultrasound into clinical practice. He is a head of a busy Musculoskeletal Imaging Unit covering all aspects of musculoskeletal imaging, including ultrasound, CT, MR, PET/CT and intervention. This imaging cross integration allows him to fully appreciate the benefits of ultrasound in the work-up and treatment of different musculoskeletal conditions. He has published nearly 300 peer-reviewed papers on various aspects of musculoskeletal imaging, as well as conducting and participating in at least 40 musculoskeletal ultrasound workshops.
