Ultrasonography of the subtalar and midtarsal joints.
An ultrasonographic method for detecting intraarticular effusion in subtalar and midtarsal joints was developed. An unechogenic zone in these joints is a sign of intraarticular effusion or synovitis. It is also possible to inject glucocorticoid into these small joints with the guidance of ultrasonography.
Koski
J M
JM
Mikkeli Central Hospital, Finland.
D000328:Adult; D000368:Aged; D001172:Arthritis, Rheumatoid / Q000000981:diagnostic imaging; D001175:Arthrography; D005260:Female; D006801:Humans; D008297:Male; D008875:Middle Aged; D012016:Reference Values; D013380:Subtalar Joint / Q000000981:diagnostic imaging*; D013640:Tarsal Joints / Q000000981:diagnostic imaging*; D014463:Ultrasonography