Magnetic Resonance Imaging in Orthopedic Sports Medicine

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.