FABS position
Last revised by Henry Knipe on 9 Apr 2020
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Knipe H, FABS position. Reference article, Radiopaedia.org (Accessed on 18 Apr 2024) https://doi.org/10.53347/rID-75882
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The FABS position relates to MRI elbow examinations for improved visualisation of the distal biceps brachii tendon insertion and is a mnemonic for elbow flexed, shoulder abducted and forearm supinated.
References
- 1. José Acosta Batlle, Luis Cerezal, Mercedes Vallejo Márquez, María D. López Parra, Carmen Soteras, Santiago Resano, Javier Blázquez Sánchez. MRI of the Normal Elbow and Common Pathologic Conditions. (2020) RadioGraphics. 40 (2): 468-469. doi:10.1148/rg.2020190134 - Pubmed
- 2. Giuffrè BM, Moss MJ. Optimal positioning for MRI of the distal biceps brachii tendon: flexed abducted supinated view. AJR Am J Roentgenol. 2004;182 (4): 944-6. AJR Am J Roentgenol (full text) - Pubmed citation
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