Tenosynovitis of the first dorsal compartment of the wrist is a condition surrounded by myths. The aim of this paper is scientifically review relevant aspects about terminology, pathophysiology, diagnosis, and follow-up of this condition.

Keywords: Tenosynovitis; Ultrasonography; Quervain; Review.

The purpose of this paper is to encourage the correct use of vocabulary in the field of diagnostic imaging.

Keywords: Radiology; Grammar; Portuguese.

Iliotibial band lesions constitute a potential source of discomfort and are frequently confounded with other conditions which cause pain on the lateral aspect of the hip, thigh and knee. Ultrasonography is usually regarded as a first-line imaging modality in the assessment of such conditions because of its excellent diagnostic accuracy, low cost and wide availability. The correct identification of the structure involved in the production of symptoms leads to an appropriate management and to a higher probability of resolution of the clinical complaint. The present article is aimed at reviewing the different sonographic presentations of iliotibial band syndromes.

Keywords: Sonography; Iliotibial band; Iliotibial band friction syndrome.

Carpal boss is an uncommon condition whose incidence is underestimated and that is frequently confused with other causes of development of tumor-like lesions on the dorsum of the wrist. From the clinical point of view, the main obstacle to its recognition is the nonspecificity of symptoms, frequently attributed to dorsal ganglion cysts, since both conditions share a similar location on the dorsum of the wrist. The assessment by ultrasonography allows for a correct diagnosis and appropriate management, with better chances of resolution of the clinical complaint and lower probability of iatrogenic worsening of the lesion. The present review is aimed at describing the different sonographic findings of carpal boss.

Keywords: Ultrasonography; Carpal boss; Cyst; Ganglion; Wrist.