IMAGING MODALITIES FOR STUDY OF THE DISTAL ULNAR REGION

Judicious use of diagnostic imaging maximizes the diagnostic capabilit ies of the surgeon treating the distal radio-ulnar joint (DRUJ). A goo d clinical history and clinical examination are necessary to direct th e selection of appropriate imaging studies. Plain radiographs are almo st always the first imaging examination. More advanced imaging techniq ues are costly and may provide only Limited information. This article discusses imaging modalities useful for assessment of the DRUJ and the area around it.