Ultrasound Assessment for Thyroid Examination in Patients with Hypothyroidism

We describe an arthroscopic rein-type capsular suture that approximates the triangular fibrocartilage complex to the anatomical footprint, and report the results at a minimum 12 month follow-up. The procedure involves two 3-0 polydioxanone horizontal mattress sutures inserted 1.5 cm proximal to the 6-R and 6-U portals to obtain purchase on the dorsal and anterior radioulnar ligaments, respectively. The two sutures work as a rein to approximate the triangular fibrocartilage complex to the fovea. Ninety patients with Type IB triangular fibrocartilage complex injuries were included retrospectively. The 12-month postoperative Modified Mayo Wrist scores, Disabilities of Arm, Shoulder and Hand scores and visual analogue scale for pain showed significant improvements on preoperative values. Postoperative range of wrist motion, grip strength and ultrasound assessment of the distal radioulnar joint stability were comparable with the normal wrist. The patients had high satisfaction scores for surgery. There were minor complications of knot irritation. No revision surgery for distal radioulnar joint instability was required. It is an effective and technically simple procedure that provides a foveal footprint contact for the triangular fibrocartilage complex. Level of evidence: IV

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Comparing ultrasound assessment of thyroid nodules using BTA U classification and ACR TIRADS measured against histopathological diagnosis

Clinical Otolaryngology ◽

10.1111/coa.13831 ◽

2021 ◽

Author(s):

Simon McClean ◽

Eugene Omakobia ◽

R. James A. England

Keyword(s):

Thyroid Nodules ◽

Histopathological Diagnosis ◽

Ultrasound Assessment

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Physical Examination and Ultrasound Evaluation of Patients with Superficial Venous Disease

Seminars in Interventional Radiology ◽

10.1055/s-0041-1727103 ◽

2021 ◽

Vol 38 (02) ◽

pp. 167-175

Author(s):

Leigh C. Casadaban ◽

John M. Moriarty ◽

Cheryl H. Hoffman

Keyword(s):

Physical Examination ◽

Venous Insufficiency ◽

Duplex Ultrasonography ◽

Venous Disease ◽

Venous Anatomy ◽

Ultrasound Evaluation ◽

Clinical Presentations ◽

Ultrasound Assessment ◽

Anatomic Variants ◽

Tools And Techniques

AbstractSystematic and standardized evaluation of superficial venous disease, guided by knowledge of the various clinical presentations, venous anatomy, and pathophysiology of reflux, is essential for appropriate diagnosis and optimal treatment. Duplex ultrasonography is the standard for delineating venous anatomy, detecting anatomic variants, and identifying the origin of venous insufficiency. This article reviews tools and techniques essential for physical examination and ultrasound assessment of patients with superficial venous disease.

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