title: Magnetic resonance arthrography of the upper extremity.
abstract: Although magnetic resonance arthrography is not indicated for every clinical scenario, capsular distention can significantly improve visualization of intra-articular pathologic conditions. With attention to technique, intraarticular injection can be completed successfully with little patient discomfort. This article provides details of the technique for injection of the shoulder, the elbow, and the wrist for optimization of magnetic resonance imaging.
authors.affiliation: Department of Radiology, Loyola University Medical Center, 2160 South First Avenue, Maywood, IL 60153, USA. llomasn@lumc.edu
authors.forename: Laurie M
authors.initials: LM
authors.lastname: Lomasney
authors.forename: Haemi
authors.initials: H
authors.lastname: Choi
authors.forename: Neeru
authors.initials: N
authors.lastname: Jayanthi
mesh_terms: D000779:Anesthetics, Local / Q000008:administration & dosage; D001134:Arm Injuries / Q000175:diagnosis*; D001265:Athletic Injuries / Q000175:diagnosis*; D003287:Contrast Media; D003937:Diagnosis, Differential; D006801:Humans; D007270:Injections, Intra-Articular; D008012:Lidocaine / Q000008:administration & dosage; D008279:Magnetic Resonance Imaging / Q000379:methods*; D000070599:Shoulder Injuries; D014954:Wrist Injuries / Q000175:diagnosis; D000092464:Elbow Injuries
chemical_list: D000779:Anesthetics, Local; D003287:Contrast Media; D008012:Lidocaine