Best Practice Case Studies-Lateral Epicondylitis

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Shelby Johnson from Mayo Clinic provides an ultrasound consult on lateral epicondylopathy, focusing on using a high to mid-frequency linear probe to examine the lateral elbow. The bony prominence of the lateral epicondyle is used as a reference point. The procedure visualizes the common extensor tendon and radial collateral ligament, assessing for tendon thickness, alignment, and tears. In cases of tendinopathy, changes include thickening, hypoechogenicity, and partial thickness tears. Power Doppler detects intertendinous hyperemia. Differential diagnoses for lateral elbow pain should include ligament injuries, radial nerve entrapment, and intraarticular issues.

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Edition 3rd Edition

Related Case 3rd Edition, CASE 13

Topic Elbow and Forearm

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3rd Edition, CASE 13

3rd Edition

Elbow and Forearm

lateral epicondylopathy

ultrasound consult

common extensor tendon

tendinopathy

radial nerve entrapment