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A Review of the Elbow: Anatomy and Ligament Pathology

Expiry Date
: 01/04/2024
CPD Units
: 3.00 Points
Rating
: 4/4

This article reviews the MR imaging protocols recommended for each diagnosis and normal anatomy and biomechanical aspects of the medial and lateral collateral ligament complex. We also present multiple cases of typical and atypical patterns of injury.

Keywords: MR imaging, Elbow, Anatomy, instability, imaging technique, ligament injuries

Reading material:

Educational Objectives

Educational Aim:
In this article the normal anatomy and biomechanical aspects of the elbow joint is reviewed as well as MRI protocol recommended for accurate diagnosis of pathology.

Educational Outcomes:
Upon completion of this module practitioners should have a clear understanding of:

  1. Elbow anatomy and their relationship with adjacent structures

  2. Biomechanical aspects of the MCL and LCL aspect
  3. Review of typical and atypical patterns of injury.

Instructions for this Module

  • Read the supplied reading material and complete the quiz that follows;
  • You have three attempts to pass the quiz;
  • The pass grade is 70%;
  • You need to pass the quiz to claim your CPD certificate;
  • Please click on the CPD certificate link below to claim your CPD certificate and to update your CPD Manager.

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