Male 65 years old Reason: Is there abscess or pocket of fluid in L elbow? History: L elbow cellulitis.Additional history from ultrasound technologist indicates patient has pain and swelling for one month. There are ill-defined hypoechoic areas within the muscle of the posterior elbow without a discrete loculated drainable fluid collection. This is along the posterior aspect of the elbow. This is consistent with induration or possible cellulitis without discrete drainable abscess. There are some comparison images to the right side. Subjectively I think the abnormal left side is slightly hyperemic.
No drainable abscess. Small ill-defined hypoechoic areas suggestive of cellulitis.