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ReviewJournal of ultrasound in medicine : official journal of the American Institute of Ultrasound in Medicine2026

Sono-Anatomy and Histology of the Deep Fasciae in the Upper Limb.

Carmelo Pirri, Nina Pirri, Lucia Petrelli, Veronica Macchi, Andrea Porzionato, Raffaele De Caro, Carla Stecco, Levent Özçakar

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Carmelo PirriDepartment of Neurosciences, Institute of Human Anatomy, University of Padova, Padova, Italy.ORCID https://orcid.org/0000-0002-0119-6549
Nina PirriDepartment of Medicine-DIMED, School of Radiology, Radiology Institute, University of Padua, Padova, Italy.
Lucia PetrelliDepartment of Neurosciences, Institute of Human Anatomy, University of Padova, Padova, Italy.
Veronica MacchiDepartment of Neurosciences, Institute of Human Anatomy, University of Padova, Padova, Italy.
Andrea PorzionatoDepartment of Neurosciences, Institute of Human Anatomy, University of Padova, Padova, Italy.
Raffaele De CaroDepartment of Neurosciences, Institute of Human Anatomy, University of Padova, Padova, Italy.
Carla SteccoDepartment of Neurosciences, Institute of Human Anatomy, University of Padova, Padova, Italy.ORCID https://orcid.org/0000-0002-8767-4555
Levent ÖzçakarDepartment of Physical and Rehabilitation Medicine, Hacettepe University Medical School, Ankara, Turkey.

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Abstract

The deep fascia of the upper limb represents a pivotal anatomical structure essential for effective force transmission, dynamic compartmentalization and musculoskeletal stability. Its composition (rich in type I collagen fibers) enables both mechanical resilience and functional adaptability, crucial for the upper limb's complex movements. Recent advancements in high-resolution ultrasonography, complemented by anatomical/histological studies, have provided unprecedented insights into the fascia's microarchitecture and clinical significance. This paper delivers a simple and systematic guide as regards the sono-anatomy of deep fasciae in the upper limbs, including brachial, antebrachial and palmar fasciae as well as their continuity with adjacent structures. Integrating anatomical, histological and sonographic evidence, this article sheds light on the clinical relevance of fascia-centric approaches applied in rehabilitative and surgical treatments.

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FasciaUpper ExtremityHumansUltrasonographyarmdeep fasciafingerforearmhandshoulderultrasonography

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PMID42126347
PMCPMC13578567

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