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Ultrasound Tissue Characterization of Human Achilles Tendon by Stability Quantification of Echo Patterns
Published on: September 5, 2025
Ultrasound elastography and ultrasound tissue characterisation for tendon evaluation
Neal Washburn1, Kentaro Onishi1,2, James H-C Wang3
1Department of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation, University of Pittsburgh Medical Center, Kaufman Building, 3471 Fifth Avenue, Suite 201, Pittsburgh, PA, 15213, USA.
Abstract:
Ultrasound elastography (UE) and ultrasound tissue characterisation (UTC) are two newer modes of ultrasound (US) which have begun to attract scientific interests as ways to improve tendon characterisation. These modes of US show early promise in improved diagnostic accuracy, prediction of at-risk tendons and prognostication capability beyond conventional grey-scale US. Here, we provide a review of the literature on UE and UTC for Achilles, patellar and rotator cuff tendons. The translational potential of this article: The present literature indicates that UE and UTC could potentially increase the clinician's ability to accurately diagnose the extent of tendon pathology, including preclinical injury.
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