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Wrist Arthrography Set-Up and Procedure
Equipment:Arthrography tray, syringes
Extra sterile towels Sharpie marker and non-sterile hemostat Solutions:Xylocaine 1%
Isovue-M 300 (10-20cc) Scout films:If recent (<30 days) plain film exam on PACS or available on film, no scouts required.
Otherwise, three view wrist Prepare consent form and stamp with patient ID Please note: This study may require two sessions, depending on pattern of ligamentous tear and leakage. Initial injection:two compartments injected (mid-carpal and DRUJ)
spot films at 1-2 frames / sec. during injection overheads: radial & ulnar deviation PA, clinched fist PA Follow-up injection (as needed):30-45 minute delay to allow for initial contrast to dissipate
Patient off fluoro table and in waiting room Repeat skin prep and perform final injection Same spot and overhead filming as needed MSK Procedure Protocols |
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