Best Practice Case Studies-Proximal Intersection Syndrome

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Dr. Malia Halei presented at the Friday Morning Sports Ultrasound Case Series, sharing insights on diagnosing and treating dorsal wrist issues, specifically proximal intersection syndrome. Dr. Halei, nearing the completion of her fellowship at the University of Washington, will join the Sedmon Clinic in Colorado. In her comprehensive presentation, Dr. Halei discussed a case involving a 38-year-old male with type 1 diabetes suffering from dorsal wrist and forearm pain over six months. She outlined the ultrasound protocol for diagnosing this condition and the differential diagnoses considered, including proximal intersection syndrome, extensor tendinopathy, and scaphoid fracture. Detailed examination of extensor compartments and ligaments using ultrasound identified intersection syndrome. A corticosteroid injection led to successful symptomatic relief, allowing the patient to resume weightlifting. The session included expert commentary highlighting the importance of understanding anatomical variations and precise scanning techniques to improve diagnostic accuracy in the wrist and hand regions. Dr. Halei's systematic approach and the subsequent professional discussions underscored the expanding potential of ultrasound technology in sports medicine, especially as diagnostic devices improve and more anatomical details become observable.

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Edition 3rd Edition

Related Case 3rd Edition, CASE 59

Topic Wrist

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3rd Edition, CASE 59

3rd Edition

Wrist

dorsal wrist issues

proximal intersection syndrome

ultrasound diagnosis

extensor tendinopathy

scaphoid fracture

corticosteroid injection

sports medicine