MR Imaging Strategies for the Lower Extremities 1st Edition

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The next best thing to a mentor in learning how to understand the technique and interpretation of MR imaging of the lower extremities. Key Features a double-page concept, with schemes and illustrations onthe right explanatory text on the left a total of more than 1000 MR images and illustrations provide a comprehensive visual overview of the normal and pathologic musculoskeletal tissues of the lower extremities practice cases are included to test what one has learned from the book When you have worked through this book you will understand why certain exams are performed; why certain protocols are used; what you actually see; what is normal, artifact or pathologic; which clinical context is involved; and what your reactions should be. This is a marvelous introduction to MR imaging of the lower extremities, and is particularly valuable for the way it integrates imaging findings with the clinical context. Table of Contents 1 General Science Principles and Technology of MRI Functional Principle Sequences Interpretation of MR Images Normal Findings General MRI Pathology Hemorrhage 2 Musculoskeletal System Indications for and Diagnostic Value of MRI of the Musculoskeletal System Ligaments Tendons Meniscus, Triangular Fibrocartilage, and Labrum Cartilage Bone Synovia Muscles 3 Ankle MRI Anatomy of the Ankle Examination Technique for the Ankle Ankle Ligaments Injury to the Sinus Tarsi and Sinus Tarsi Syndrome Distal Tibiofibular Syndesmotic Complex Chronic Ligament Injury Tarsal Tunnel Achilles Tendon Tibialis Posterior Tendon Peroneal Tendons Other Ankle Tendons Stress Fractures of the Foot Osteochondral Fractures Osteochondritis Dissecans Osteonecrosis of the Foot Osteomyelitis in the Foot and Ankle Synovial Changes in the Ankle and Foot Bone Tumors in the Foot and Ankle Soft Tissue Tumors in the Foot and Ankle Sample Cases for Review 4 Knee MRI Anatomy of the Knee Examination Technique for the Knee Menisci Anterior Cruciate Ligament Posterior Cruciate Ligament Medial Collateral Ligament Lateral Collateral Ligament Patellar and Quadriceps Tendon Subluxation and Dislocation of the Patella Articular Cartilage of the Knee BonyInjuries to the Knee Ischemic Bone Disorders of the Knee Osteomyelitis in the Knee Bone Tumors in the Knee Synovial Disorders of the Knee Sample Cases for Review 5 Hip MRI Anatomy of the Hip Examination Technique for the Hip Hip Fractures Avascular Necrosis of the Femoral Head Bone Marrow Edema Syndrome Legg–Calvé–Perthes Disease Hip Tumors Differential Diagnosis of Bone and Bone Marrow Lesions Changes in the Hip Soft Tissue Tumors Sample Cases for Review Subject Index