Transverse Thickening Along the Articular Surface of the Rotator Cuff Consistent With the Rotator Cable: Identification With MR Arthrography and Relevance in Rotator Cuff Evaluation

Sheah, Kenneth; Bredella, Miriam A.; Warner, Jon J.P.; Halpern, Elkan F.; Palmer, William E.

doi:10.2214/ajr.08.2285

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“…Compared to previous papers that used magnetic resonance arthrography to evaluate rotator cable consistency [8e10], US demonstrated an increased capability of demonstrating rotator cable analysis in living subjects [9]. Conversely, Kask et al [10] successfully detected rotator cable in 6/7 magnetic arthrographies (85.7%) performed on cadaveric shoulders.…”

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confidence: 91%

Preliminary ultrasound evaluation of the rotator cable in asymptomatic volunteers

Orlandi¹,

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Fabbro³

et al. 2012

Journal of Ultrasound

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Preliminary ultrasound evaluation of the rotator cable in asymptomatic volunteers

Orlandi¹,

Sconfienza

Fabbro³

et al. 2012

Journal of Ultrasound

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“…The rotator cable has been described in most shoulders with an intact rotator cuff predominantly on MRI. 10,11 In a recent study of 108 asymptomatic patients, the rotator cable was identified on US in 99% of shoulders. Most of the rotator cables (95%) were located within 13.4 mm from the greater tuberosity (►Figs.…”

Section: Rotator Cuff Rotator Interval and Coracohumeral Ligamentmentioning

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Normal Shoulder Ultrasound: Anatomy and Technique

Gupta

Robinson

2015

Semin Musculoskelet Radiol

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Shoulder ultrasound (US) is one of the most common applications of musculoskeletal US due to the high incidence of rotator cuff disorders. It can be used effectively for the diagnosis of rotator cuff diseases, and several studies have shown very high sensitivity and specificity for rotator cuff tears comparable with that of MRI. Shoulder US has several advantages over MRI such as lower cost, comparatively easier availability, short examination duration, dynamic capability, and ability to perform guided injection at the same appointment. However, it depends on the skill of the operator and therefore requires a standardized detailed protocol to avoid errors in diagnosis. A symptomatic area-only focused examination should not be performed because it is not uncommon to have symptoms away from the actual site of pathology. Detailed understanding of what anatomy can be evaluated is required, and this article discusses the relevant anatomy covering the rotator cuff, subacromial bursa, and acromioclavicular joint. The equipment requirements and technique of examination of different anatomical structures with transducer positions and normal sonographic appearances are described. Pitfalls and artifacts associated with shoulder US are covered; understanding them is crucial to avoid misinterpretation of findings.

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“…If tolerated by the patient, ABER positioning can add diagnostic confidence. 10,[89][90][91][92][93][94] In the ABER position, the anterior band of the inferior glenohumeral ligament is stretched, allowing better evaluation of the anterior inferior labroligamentous complex. 91,93,94 Tendon delamination and undersurface partial-thickness cuff tears are easier to detect in the ABER position because the supraspinatus tendon is relaxed 89,94 (►Fig.…”

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MR Arthrography of the Shoulder: Technical Update and Clinical Applications

Sebro

Oliveira

Palmer

2014

Semin Musculoskelet Radiol

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Direct MR arthrography of the shoulder is a safe, relatively easy procedure that can increase diagnostic confidence in the evaluation of rotator cuff and labroligamentous disorders compared with conventional MR imaging of the shoulder. Surgeons more often request MR arthrography in younger patients who may have internal impingement or subtle shoulder subluxation rather than obvious cuff rupture, repeated dislocation, or arthropathy. This article describes the advances in glenohumeral injection and MR protocol techniques, imaging pitfalls, anatomical variants, common lesions associated with internal derangement of the shoulder, and MR arthrography of the postoperative shoulder.

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Transverse Thickening Along the Articular Surface of the Rotator Cuff Consistent With the Rotator Cable: Identification With MR Arthrography and Relevance in Rotator Cuff Evaluation

Cited by 37 publications

References 13 publications

Preliminary ultrasound evaluation of the rotator cable in asymptomatic volunteers

Preliminary ultrasound evaluation of the rotator cable in asymptomatic volunteers

Normal Shoulder Ultrasound: Anatomy and Technique

MR Arthrography of the Shoulder: Technical Update and Clinical Applications

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