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Observational analysis emphasizes accurate diagnosis of tendon rupture and infectious diseases in hand anatomy, highlighting the role of ultrasound and MRI in treatment planning.
Flexor tendon pathologies of the hand are frequently encountered in musculoskeletal radiology and require a precise diagnosis and treatment due to the complexity of the anatomy. Typical conditions are acute traumatic injuries such as tendon and/or pulley rupture as well as open lacerations. In addition, there is a wide range of infectious diseases, chronic overuse conditions, as well as degenerative, neoplastic, and systemic/rheumatic tendon disorders. Accurate characterization of these lesions with ultrasound for basic diagnostics and magnetic resonance imaging for further clarification is crucial for optimal therapy management and prognosis. Following a patient presentation, this article reviews the anatomy and diagnostic imaging features of the most common flexor tendon pathologies.
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