Musculoskeletal MRI
By: Clyde A. Helms ... [et al.].
Contributors: Helms, Clyde A.
Edition: 2nd ed.
Publisher: Saunders
Published: 2009
Place of publication: Philadelphia
Language: eng
Number of pages: 442
ISBN-13: 9781416055341
Subjects: Musculoskeletal system -- Magnetic resonance imaging; Musculoskeletal Diseases -- diagnosis; Magnetic Resonance Imaging -- methods; Musculoskeletal System -- anatomy & histology
Description: Whether you are a resident, practicing radiologist, or new fellow, this authoritative resource offers expert guidance on all the essential information you need to approach musculoskeletal MRI and recognize abnormalities. The updated second edition features new illustrations to include the latest protocols as well as images obtained with 3 Tesla (T) MRI. See normal anatomy, common abnormalities, and diseases presented in a logical organization loaded with practical advice, tips, and pearls for easy comprehension. Follows a template that includes discussion of basic technical information, as well as the normal and abnormal appearance of each small unit that composes each joint so you can easily find and understand the information you need. Depicts both normal and abnormal anatomy, as well as disease progression, through more than 600 detailed images. Includes only the essential information so you get all you need to perform quality musculoskeletal MRI without having to wade through too many details.
Notes: Includes bibliographical references and index.
Table of contents: title: Basic principles of musculoskeletal MRI; title: Marrow; title: Tendons and muscles; title: Peripheral nerves; title: Musculoskeletal infections; title: Arthritis; title: Tumors; title: Osseous trauma; title: Temporomandibular joint; title: Shoulder; title: Elbow; title: Wrist and hand; title: Spine; title: Hips and pelvis; title: Knee; title: Foot and ankle.