Abstract
When it comes to imaging of the injured athlete’s elbow, there is a vast array of image modalities to choose from, including conventional radiographs, ultrasound (US), computed tomography (CT), magnetic resonance imaging (MRI), and arthrography (CTA, MRA). Choosing the appropriate imaging technique is of vital importance for quick diagnosis and adequate treatment. This chapter will discuss the role of each image modality in the diagnostic workup for pathology around the elbow commonly encountered in overhead athletes. Specific conditions of the elbow will be discussed in detail with a focus on image findings.
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van Steenkiste, R.L., Opperman, J., Kox, L.S., Maas, M. (2016). Imaging of the Elbow in Overhead Athletes. In: Pederzini, L., Eygendaal, D., Denti, M. (eds) Elbow and Sport. Springer, Berlin, Heidelberg. https://doi.org/10.1007/978-3-662-48742-6_4
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