Ultrasound of the Musculoskeletal System
This book is a comprehensive reference and practical guide on the technology and application of ultrasound to the musculoskeletal system. It is organized into two main sections. The first is devoted to general aspects, while the second provides a systemat
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Stefano Bianchi · Carlo Martinoli
Ultrasound of the Musculoskeletal System With Contributions by
L. E. Derchi · G. Rizzatto · M. Valle · M. P. Zamorani Foreword by
A. L. Baert
Introduction by
I. F. Abdelwahab
With 1111 Figures in 3669 Separate Illustrations, 286 in Color
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Stefano Bianchi, MD Privat-docent Université de Genève Consultant Radiologist Fondation et Clinique des Grangettes 7, ch. des Grangettes 1224 Genève Switzerland Carlo Martinoli, MD Associate Professor of Radiology Cattedra “R” di Radiologia - DICMI Università di Genova Largo Rosanna Benzi, 8 16132 Genova Italy
Medical Radiology · Diagnostic Imaging and Radiation Oncology Series Editors: A. L. Baert · L. W. Brady · H.-P. Heilmann · M. Knauth · M. Molls · C. Nieder · K. Sartor Continuation of Handbuch der medizinischen Radiologie Encyclopedia of Medical Radiology
Library of Congress Control Number: 2003057335
ISBN 978-3-540-42267-9 Springer Berlin Heidelberg New York This work is subject to copyright. All rights are reserved, whether the whole or part of the material is concerned, specifically the rights of translation, reprinting, reuse of illustrations, recitations, broadcasting, reproduction on microfilm or in any other way, and storage in data banks. Duplication of this publication or parts thereof is permitted only under the provisions of the German Copyright Law of September 9, 1965, in its current version, and permission for use must always be obtained from Springer-Verlag. Violations are liable for prosecution under the German Copyright Law. Springer is part of Springer Science+Business Media http//www.springer.com ¤ Springer-Verlag Berlin Heidelberg 2007 Printed in Germany The use of general descriptive names, trademarks, etc. in this publication does not imply, even in the absence of a specific statement, that such names are exempt from the relevant protective laws and regulations and therefore free for general use. Product liability: The publishers cannot guarantee the accuracy of any information about dosage and application contained in this book. In every case the user must check such information by consulting the relevant literature. Medical Editor: Dr. Ute Heilmann, Heidelberg Desk Editor: Ursula N. Davis, Heidelberg Production Editor: Kurt Teichmann, Mauer Cover-Design and Typesetting: Verlagsservice Teichmann, Mauer Printed on acid-free paper – 21/3151xq – 5 4 3 2 1 0
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To Maria Pia, Elena and Eugenio, the loves of my life – S.B. To Maura and Roberto, for their love, support and forbearance – C.M.
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Series Editor’s Foreword
Modern ultrasound has now acquired a very important role in the spectrum of imaging modalities available for the study of the musculoskeletal system. This technique has become an indispensable tool in the clinical management of sports injuries, degenerative and traumatic lesions of the articulations and periarticular soft tissues, as well as – in certain circumstances – clinical management of the bones. Stefano Bianchi and Carlo Martinoli are i
