Value of Ultrasound in Rheumatologic Diseases
Journal of Korean Medical Science
;
: 497-507, 2013.
Article
in English
| WPRIM
| ID: wpr-71541
ABSTRACT
The use of musculoskeletal ultrasound in rheumatology clinical practice has rapidly increased over the past decade. Ultrasound has enabled rheumatologists to diagnose, prognosticate and monitor disease outcome. Although international standardization remains a concern still, the use of ultrasound in rheumatology is expected to grow further as costs fall and the opportunity to train in the technique improves. We present a review of value of ultrasound, focusing on major applications of ultrasound in rheumatologic diseases.
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WPRIM (Western Pacific)
Main subject:
Osteoarthritis
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Synovitis
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Vasculitis
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Magnetic Resonance Imaging
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Sjogren's Syndrome
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Rheumatic Diseases
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Spondylarthropathies
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Tendinopathy
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Musculoskeletal System
Limits:
Humans
Language:
English
Journal:
Journal of Korean Medical Science
Year:
2013
Type:
Article
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