Basic Musculoskeletal Imaging

A complete introductory text to musculoskeletal imaging

Basic Musculoskeletal Imaging is an engagingly written, comprehensive textbook that addresses the fundamental principles and techniques of general diagnostic and advanced musculoskeletal imaging. In order to be as clinically relevant as possible, the text focuses on the conditions and procedures most often encountered in real-world practice, such as:
Upper and lower extremity trauma

Axial skeletal trauma

Arthritis and infection

Tumors

Metabolic bone diseases

Bone infarct and osteochondrosis

Shoulder, knee, spine, elbow, wrist, hip, and ankle MRI




You will also find authoritative coverage of:
Signs in musculoskeletal imaging

The key concepts of using different modalities in musculoskeletal imaging

Current advances in musculoskeletal scintigraphy




The book is enhanced by superb figures and illustrations, including a four-page full-color insert; "Pearls" that summarize must-know information; and an outstanding introduction to musculoskeletal ultrasound by international experts from France and Brazil.