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What is the term for the presence of fat and blood in the joint space due to a bone fracture?
What is the term for the presence of fat and blood in the joint space due to a bone fracture?
In knee ultrasound evaluation, where might joint fluid collect in the popliteus tendon sheath?
In knee ultrasound evaluation, where might joint fluid collect in the popliteus tendon sheath?
What is another term for the quadriceps fat pad in knee ultrasound evaluation?
What is another term for the quadriceps fat pad in knee ultrasound evaluation?
What should be assessed first in knee ultrasound evaluation with slight knee flexion?
What should be assessed first in knee ultrasound evaluation with slight knee flexion?
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Where might joint fluid be seen in the transverse plane during knee ultrasound evaluation?
Where might joint fluid be seen in the transverse plane during knee ultrasound evaluation?
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In knee ultrasound evaluation, where might joint fluid collect besides the suprapatellar recess?
In knee ultrasound evaluation, where might joint fluid collect besides the suprapatellar recess?
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What is the term for the presence of fat and blood in the joint space due to a bone fracture?
What is the term for the presence of fat and blood in the joint space due to a bone fracture?
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What should be assessed besides the suprapatellar recess in knee ultrasound evaluation with slight knee flexion?
What should be assessed besides the suprapatellar recess in knee ultrasound evaluation with slight knee flexion?
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What is another term for the quadriceps fat pad in knee ultrasound evaluation?
What is another term for the quadriceps fat pad in knee ultrasound evaluation?
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What is the recommended knee position for evaluating the joint recesses in knee ultrasound?
What is the recommended knee position for evaluating the joint recesses in knee ultrasound?
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Study Notes
Knee Pathology Topics
- Common knee conditions include joint effusion, bursal distention, bursitis, Osgood Schlatter’s disease, tendinosis, tendon tears, ligament tears, meniscal tears, runner’s knee, Baker’s cyst, gout, osteoarthritis, and rheumatoid arthritis.
Imaging Modalities
- Key imaging techniques for knee assessment are Ultrasound and MRI, each with specific strengths and weaknesses.
Ultrasound Benefits
- Effective for examining superficial structures of the knee.
- Provides detailed information about fibrillar microanatomy of tendons and ligaments.
- Can visualize fasicular patterns of nerves and the pennate structure of muscles.
MRI Benefits
- Superior for assessing deeper structures within the knee.
- Crucial for evaluating menisci, articular cartilage, bone marrow, and cruciate ligaments.
Common Ultrasound Applications
- The primary indication for knee ultrasound is pain.
- Useful for detecting swelling, whether sudden or chronic.
- Essential in assessing various injuries, arthritis, and rheumatological issues.
- Evaluates fluid collections and soft tissue masses.
- Helps diagnose causes of decreased range of motion.
Joint Effusion Insights
- Joint effusion is prevalent in osteoarthritis (OA) cases.
- Associated with synovial hypertrophy.
- May present as complex fluid due to infection, gout, or pigmented villonodular synovitis (PVNS).
- Also includes hemorrhage (hemarthrosis) and lipohemarthrosis.
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Test your knowledge of knee pathology and imaging modalities with this quiz. Explore conditions such as Osgood Schlatter’s disease, bursitis, and osteoarthritis, as well as the strengths and weaknesses of ultrasound and MRI for knee imaging.
