Ultrasound of local complications in hand surgery: a pictorial essay

Ultrasound of the Ulnar Nerve: A Pictorial Review

“…Perineural fibrosis may be seen after surgery, not only following UN transposition (Figure 21). 45,48 According to Morag et al, a decreased gliding during elbow flexion/extension may also indicate impingement of the UN at the medial intermuscular septum. 22 A blinded injection may damage the nerve or, when cortisone is used, cause atrophy of the subcutaneous tissue and skin depigmentation (Figure 22); therefore US is advised as a guide when performing injections.…”

“…Perineural fibrosis may be seen after surgery, not only following UN transposition (Figure 21). 45,48 …”

Ultrasound of the Radial Nerve: A Pictorial Review

“…During venipuncture of the cephalic vein at the wrist, the SBRN (or its branches) may be damaged (Figure 23). 76 …”

“…75 During venipuncture of the cephalic vein at the wrist, the SBRN (or its branches) may be damaged (Figure 23). 76 Tumor may involve the RN and its branches (Figure 24) or may be located near and compressing the nerve (Figure 25).…”