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Semin Musculoskelet Radiol 2018; 22(03): 263-274
DOI: 10.1055/s-0038-1641570
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Muscle-Tendon-Enthesis Unit

Anthony S. Tadros
1   Department of Radiology, University of California, San Diego School of Medicine, San Diego, California
,
Brady K. Huang
1   Department of Radiology, University of California, San Diego School of Medicine, San Diego, California
,
Mini N. Pathria
1   Department of Radiology, University of California, San Diego School of Medicine, San Diego, California
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23 May 2018 (online)

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Abstract

Injuries to the muscle-tendon-enthesis unit are common and a significant source of pain and loss of function. This article focuses on the important anatomical and biomechanical considerations for each component of the muscle-tendon-enthesis unit. We review normal and pathologic conditions affecting this unit, illustrating the imaging appearance of common disorders on magnetic resonance imaging and ultrasound. Knowledge of the anatomy and biomechanics of these structures is crucial for the radiologist to make accurate diagnoses and provide clinically relevant assessments.

Keywords

muscle - tendon - enthesis - magnetic resonance imaging - ultrasound
 

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