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Review

Elbow Imaging with an Emphasis on MRI

Mark W. Anderson  1 , Christine B. Chung  2
Juerg Hodler  1 , Rahel A. Kubik-Huch  2 , Gustav K. von Schulthess  3
, editors.
In: Musculoskeletal Diseases 2021-2024: Diagnostic Imaging [Internet]. Cham (CH): Springer; 2021. Chapter 3.
IDKD Springer Series.
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Elbow Imaging with an Emphasis on MRI

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Excerpt

The elbow is a complex joint made up of three separate articulations within a common capsule. The proximal ulna articulates with the trochlea and functions as a hinge joint, while the proximal radioulnar joint provides for rotational movement of the forearm. The radiocapitellar joint allows for both hinge and rotational movements. Together, these allow for flexion and extension of the arm and, in conjunction with the distal radioulnar joint at the wrist, pronation and supination as well.

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