Best practice & research. Clinical rheumatology
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Best Pract Res Clin Rheumatol · Apr 2013
ReviewUltrasound-guided injections in rheumatology: actual knowledge on efficacy and procedures.
Ultrasound allows one to detect easily joint involvement. In addition to its primary use as a diagnostic tool, ultrasound is increasingly used by rheumatologists to guide musculoskeletal interventions. ⋯ Lack of training and of clear guidelines on their practice is demonstrated by recent surveys and by the high variability of the literature results evaluating practice and outcome of ultrasound-guided injections. This chapter deals with actual knowledge and practical suggestions for the indications and procedures of ultrasound guidance in rheumatology daily practice.