Ultra-resolution microscopy: a breakthrough in accurate assessment of rotator cuff tears –an analysis of the diagnostic advantage of contrast-enhanced ultrasound
Year: 2025
Type: article
Study design: Case Report
Abstract: Rotator cuff tears are a major cause of shoulder pain and restricted mobility, with the supraspinatus tendon being particularly susceptible to injury due to its biomechanical properties and vascular perfusion characteristics. Failure to achieve an accurate diagnosis and initiate timely treatment following a rotator cuff injury can result in progressive worsening of the condition, potentially leading to severe complications. In this report, we present a case of post-traumatic supraspinatus tendon injury. By comparing musculoskeletal ultrasound, contrast-enhanced ultrasound, and ultra resolution microscopy (URM) imaging, we demonstrate that URM, as an advanced imaging modality with high resolution, real-time dynamic capabilities, and quantitative analytical potential, offers distinct advantages in detecting rotator cuff injuries. Specifically, URM improves the detection rate, delineates injury boundaries with greater accuracy, and assesses the extent of inflammatory adhesions surrounding the affected site.
Source: Medical Ultrasonography
DOI: 10.11152/mu-4509
Authors: Yaxin Qiao, Yifan Niu Niu, Zhanguo Xi
Language: English
Subfield: Surgery
Field: Medicine
Domain: Health Sciences
Open Access status: diamond
OpenAlex ID: W4410275831