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Semin Musculoskelet Radiol 1998; 2(3): 307-319
DOI: 10.1055/s-2008-1080110
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Ultrasound in Arthritis and Inflammation

Wayne William Gibbon
  • Leeds Metropolitan University, Leeds General Infirmary, Leeds, West Yorkshire, England
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18 June 2008 (online)

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ABSTRACT

High resolution ultrasound (US) provides a versatile and sensitive method of demonstrating both soft-tissue and osseous changes in early arthritis and other inflammatory conditions. A brief outline is provided regarding the potential usage of US in the management of patients with musculoskeletal inflammatory disease.

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Ultrasound - arthritis - inflammation - synovitis