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Procedure-oriented sectional anatomy of the hip
John Scott Harrell1, Faye Y Chiou-Tan, Sindhu Pandit
1From the *Department of Physical Medicine Rehabilitation, Baylor College of Medicine, Center for Trauma Rehabilitation Research, Quentin Mease Hospital, Harris County Hospital District †Departments of Neurology, ‡Neurobiology and Anatomy, University of Texas School of Medicine, Houston, TX; §Veterans Affairs Mid-Atlantic (VISN 6) Mental Illness Research, Education, and Clinical Center, Durham; and ∥Research and Education Service Line, W.G. Hefner Veterans Affairs Medical Center, Salisbury, NC.
This study details hip anatomy for clinical procedures, using schematics to guide injections. These visuals aim to improve the safety and accuracy of needle procedures in the hip area.
Area of Science:
- Orthopedic Anatomy
- Interventional Radiology
Background:
- Procedure-oriented joint anatomy series continues with a focus on the hip.
- Clinical procedures often require precise anatomical understanding for effective and safe execution.
Purpose of the Study:
- To review hip anatomy in relation to clinical procedures.
- To provide anatomically correct schematics for visualizing injections.
- To enhance the safety and accuracy of needle procedures in the hip.
Main Methods:
- Development of axial and coronal schematics of hip anatomy.
- Creation of cross-sectional schematics as they appear in imaging projections.
- Selection of cross-section levels and planes to highlight key injection landmarks.
Main Results:
- Anatomically correct schematics illustrating hip anatomy for procedures.
- Visualizations of injections relative to important anatomical structures.
- Cross-sectional views designed for clarity in imaging-guided procedures.
Conclusions:
- The provided schematics aid in understanding hip anatomy for clinical interventions.
- Improved visualization of anatomy can lead to safer and more accurate needle placements.
- This resource supports practitioners performing hip-related procedures.
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