Retroperitoneal part of the femoral nerve

Şener, R. N.; Alper, Hüdaver; Öztürk, Lokman; Ozer, H; Falakali, S.

doi:10.1007/bf00588257

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“…Normal nerves were seen as markedly echogenic tubular structures with parallel internal linear echoes on longitudinal scans and as an oval‐to‐round echogenic section (occasionally with internal punctate echoes) on transverse scans. These sonographic features were later confirmed by others 12, 38, 39. In the recent radiological literature, increasing interest in sonography of the peripheral nervous system is evident.…”

Section: Sonography Of Peripheral Nervesmentioning

confidence: 56%

Sonography in the diagnosis of carpal tunnel syndrome: A critical review of the literature

2002

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Advances in ultrasound technology have made it possible to gain higher spatial resolution and even depict nerves with excellent visual quality. In this article, the literature concerning sonography in the diagnosis of carpal tunnel syndrome (CTS) is critically reviewed. We searched Medline for studies on sonography in the diagnosis of CTS and used the reference lists of the articles found. A total of seven studies on the diagnostic capabilities of sonography was found. There were considerable differences in study design. A reliable diagnosis of CTS could be made sonographically, mainly based on an increase in cross-sectional area of the median nerve at the level of the pisiform or hamate bone. However, most studies could not compare the diagnostic capabilities of sonography to those of electrodiagnostic studies, because the latter was applied as the gold standard. Several other reports on the possible extra value of sonography in CTS are mentioned (mass lesions, anatomical variants, rheumatological diseases, renal dialysis-related amyloidosis, surgery, corticosteroid injection). It is probable that sonography will not replace electrodiagnostic studies, but may serve as an additional investigation. To gain further insight into the possible additional value of sonography, it is necessary to examine subcategories of CTS patients in which electrodiagnostic studies are equivocal.

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Section: Sonography Of Peripheral Nervesmentioning

confidence: 56%

Sonography in the diagnosis of carpal tunnel syndrome: A critical review of the literature

2002

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“…However, Graif et al. (1991) found that the sciatic nerve was thicker in men than in women and Sener et al. (1991) described the same difference for the retroperitoneal part of the femoral nerve.…”

Section: Normal Dimensionsmentioning

confidence: 90%

“…(2000) described the same normal sonographic characteristics in the sciatic nerve of anatomic specimen and healthy volunteers. Sener et al. (1991) studied the retroperitoneal part of the femoral nerve in healthy subjects and also undertook a correlative cadaver study.…”

Section: Normal Echotexture In Healthy Subjects and Cadaversmentioning

confidence: 99%

High‐resolution sonography of the peripheral nervous system – a review of the literature

Beekman

Visser

2004

Euro J of Neurology

177

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High-resolution sonography is capable of depicting peripheral nerves and the brachial plexus. In this study we review the literature on this subject. Normal peripheral nerves have a characteristic echotexture. Most nerves are readily visualized, although this is not always the case with the nerves of the lower extremity. The main pathological changes that can be demonstrated are nerve enlargement and increased hypoechogenicity. In order to demonstrate nerve enlargement, measurements should be performed and compared with a set of reference values. Several neuropathies have been studied by means of ultrasonography. However, many studies concern case reports and show methodological shortcomings. The best studied peripheral neuropathy is the carpal tunnel syndrome in which ultrasonography seems to have an additional value when combined with nerve conduction studies. Nerve enlargement has also been demonstrated in radial neuropathy at the humerus and in ulnar neuropathy at the elbow. The role of sonography in various hereditary and inflammatory neuropathies is uncertain although diffuse nerve thickening could be demonstrated. Further systematic studies are needed to determine the role of sonography in the diagnostic process of the various neuropathies. It would be important to study the subcategories of patients in whom electrodiagnostic studies are normal or show equivocal findings.

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“…In the popliteal fossa, the position of these nerves may vary, which might hinder their identification by "blind" techniques 48 . The femoral nerve is consistently visualized in its retroperitoneal trajectory 63 . Below the inguinal ligament, it might be divided in its anterior and posterior branches.…”

Section: Nerve Visualizationmentioning

confidence: 99%

Bloqueios nervosos guiados por ultra-som

Helayel

Conceição

Filho

2007

Rev. Bras. Anestesiol.

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The steps for a successful regional block include the identification of the exact position of the nerves, the precise localization of the needle, without causing injuries to adjacent structures, and, finally, the careful administration of the local anesthetic close to the nerves. Although neurostimulation is very useful in identifying nerves, it does not fulfill all those requirements. Therefore, it is believed that ultrasound-guided nerve blocks will be the technique of choice in regional anesthesia in a not too distant future.

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Retroperitoneal part of the femoral nerve

Cited by 13 publications

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Sonography in the diagnosis of carpal tunnel syndrome: A critical review of the literature

Sonography in the diagnosis of carpal tunnel syndrome: A critical review of the literature

High‐resolution sonography of the peripheral nervous system – a review of the literature

Bloqueios nervosos guiados por ultra-som

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