Improved visualization of the radial insertion of the biceps tendon at ultrasound with a lateral approach.

Kalume Brigido, Monica; De Maeseneer, Michel; Jacobson, Jon A; Jamadar, David A; Morag, Yoav; Marcelis, Stefaan · Eur Radiol · 2009

biomechanical · Level V

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Abstract

We report a new lateral approach for ultrasound visualization of the distal biceps tendon. A cadaver specimen was dissected to study distal biceps anatomy relevant to this approach. Sonograms obtained in volunteers and patients are provided to illustrate this alternative method.

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