Transverse ultrasound view of region proximal second metacarpophalangeal joint

(A) This transverse ultrasound view of the region proximal to a second metacarpophalangeal joint demonstrates the normal appearance of the flexor tendons and underlying metacarpal bone surface.

(B) Probe position for a transverse dorsal scan of the second MCP joint.

MCP: metacarpophalangeal.

Courtesy of George AW Bruyn, MD, PhD.

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