Fluoroscopic-guided procedures of the lower extremity.

Malhotra, Gunjan; Hansford, Barry G; Felcher, Cindy; Wuerfel, Kristie A; Yablon, Corrie M · Skeletal Radiol · 2023

review · Level V

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Abstract

This article reviews the literature and the authors' experiences regarding the performance of lower extremity fluoroscopically guided procedures from the hip to the toes. An overview of injections and aspirations, their indications, risks, and complications are provided, focusing on anesthetics, corticosteroids, and contrast agents. A variety of approaches to each joint and the associated pearls and pitfalls of each approach will be discussed.

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