Magnetic Resonance Imaging in Orthopedic Sports Medicine

This interdisciplinary book on orthopedic MR imaging bridges the backgrounds of radiologists and orthopedic surgeons. Case studies depict key clinical and exam points, supplemented by MR images and illustrations.

This uniquely interdisciplinary book is a practical resource on orthopedic MR imaging that bridges the backgrounds of radiologists and orthopedic surgeons. Radiologists learn why surgeons order imaging studies. They also learn terminology that will help them tailor reports to the specialty. Orthopedic surgeons gain insight on when to order an MRI, how MRI affects decision making, and how to interpret images. The text introduces technical elements of MR imaging, and major sections focus on the knee and shoulder. The sections discuss the conditions particular to orthopedic sports medicine, and include general algorithms/flow charts that outline differential diagnosis and imaging points. Additional algorithms emphasize examples of important abnormalities and variants. Case studies also depict key clinical and exam points, supplemented by MR images and illustrations. Shorter sections highlight other anatomical areas, and additional chapters address diagnostic accuracy and imaging pitfalls.

Klappentext

Though magnetic resonance imaging has helped revolutionize the field of orthopedic medicine, a difference in perspective persists between radiology and orthopedic specialists. Magnetic Resonance Imaging in Orthopedic Sports Medicine is an interdisciplinary resource designed to bridge this gap. Radiologists will gain insight into why surgeons order particular imaging studies, and orthopedic surgeons will learn when to order an MRI and how to best interpret its results. An orthopedic expert and a radiology expert weigh in on every chapter to provide in-depth analysis of the spine, shoulder, elbow, wrist, hand, hip, knee, ankle and other topics. Each subject is further examined in case studies, algorithms, flow charts, anatomical illustrations and hundreds of sample MR images. Magnetic Resonance Imaging in Orthopedic Sports Medicine is the only reference that combines the specialized knowledge of radiologists and orthopedic sports medicine physicians to accomplish the goal of better patient care.

Inhalt

Principles of MR Imaging: Clinical Indications, Imaging Technology.- Shoulder: Normal Anatomy and Variations, Rotator Cuff, Labrum, Cartilage and Bone, Cysts, Plexus, Miscellaneous.- Knee: Normal Anatomy and Variations, Ligament, Meniscus, Cartilage and Bone, Cysts, Periarticular, Miscellaneous.- Spine: Cervical, Thoracic Lumbar.- Elbow/Wrist/Hand.- Hip.- Ankle/Foot.- General Issues: Tendonitis/Tendinosis/Tears.