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AREND, Carlos Frederico. Tenosynovitis and synovitis of the first extensor compartment of the wrist: what sonographers should know. Radiol Bras [online]. 2012, vol.45, n.4, pp. 219-224. ISSN 0100-3984.  http://dx.doi.org/10.1590/S0100-39842012000400008.

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.

Palavras-chave : Tenosynovitis; Ultrasonography; Quervain; Review.