Ultrasonographic Findings of Common Pathologic Conditions of the Elbow and Injections Focusing on Lateral Epicondylitis

ABSTRACT

Ultrasonography is an essential imaging tool to diagnose and treat the musculoskeletal pathologies of the elbow. In this review article, ultrasound findings of common elbow pathologies were described according to the pain areas. In addition, various injections such as steroids, biologics (platelet-rich plasma and autologous whole blood), dextrose, and botulinum toxin were explained focusing on lateral epicondylitis of the elbow.