Abstract

SCHVARTZMAN, P. et al. Utilidad de la resonancia magnética en el diagnóstico de lesiones musculares de localización atípica. Rev. argent. radiol. [online]. 2016, vol.80, n.1, pp.27-38. ISSN 1852-9992.

Muscle injuries are currently particularly frequent among people who participate in sports. Current studies show that 30% of injuries in athletes affect muscles, with hamstrings, quadriceps, gastrocnemius, and adductors being particularly prevalent. The diagnosis is easily made with an ultrasound study. However, there are a significant number of muscle injuries, considered uncommon, that may be not be detected by ultrasound, mainly because of their depth, and could be responsible for long periods of inactivity for the sportsman. Magnetic resonance imaging (MRI), with a better anatomical resolution and multiplanar capability, is the method of choice for detecting the precise location and severity of the injury and can establish their severity. The aim of this article is to review muscle tears of unusual location, particularly in the pelvic area, but also evaluating the chest wall, abdomen, and upper and lower limbs. All patients were evaluated by 3 and 1.5 Tesla MRI units.

Keywords : Musculoskeletal; Muscular injuries; Magnetic resonance imaging.