Musculoskeletal Ultrasound

Musculoskeletal Ultrasound is the latest edition of this comprehensive reference guide to the applications of this imaging technique.The book is edited by US- based experts Marnix van Holsbeeck and Joseph Introcaso.

The book is divided into 23 chapters, beginning with the physical principles of ultrasound imaging. Subsequent chapters cover the sonography of particular anatomical structures of the musculoskeletal system, from muscle, ligaments and tendons, to peripheral nerves, skin and bone. Later chapters cover the sonography of broader anatomical areas, including shoulder, arm and hand, leg and foot, chest and abdominal wall.

This edition of Musculoskeletal Ultrasound reflects the rapid growth of this technique, with more information on ultrasound anatomy, indications for ultrasound examinations, pathology and signs of disease. A new glossary has been included with important terminology.

Key Points

• Latest edition of this comprehensive reference guide to musculoskeletal ultrasound
• Previous edition published 2001 (9780323000185)
• Edited by US experts from Wayne State University School of Medicine, Detroit, and Clinical Neuroscience Programs, Ministry Healthcare Eastern Region, Wisconsin

Marnix van Holsbeeck MD
Division Head of Musculoskeletal Radiology, Henry Ford Health System, Detroit, Michigan, USA and Professor of Radiology, Wayne State University School of Medicine, Detroit, Michigan, USA

Joseph Introcaso MD, DMD
Radiology Associates of the Fox Valley, Director, Clinical Neuroscience Programs, Ministry Healthcare Eastern Region, Appleton, Wisconsin, USA