Whether you are a resident, practicing radiologist, or new fellow, this authoritative resource offers expert guidance on all essential information you need to approach musculoskeletal MRI and recognize abnormalities. The updated second edition features new illustrations that include the latest protocols as well as images obtained with 3 Tesla MRI. See normal anatomy, common abnormalities, and diseases presented in a logical, organized manner and loaded with practical advice and tips for easy comprehension.
• Presents the nuances that can be detected with 3 Tesla MRI so that you can master this technology.
• Includes "how to" technical information in updated protocols for temporomandibular ioint, shoulder, elbow, wrist and hand, spine, hip and pelvis, knee, and foot and ankle.
• Features information boxes throughout the text that highlight key information for quick review of pertinent material.
• Follows a template that includes discussions of basic technical information, as well as the normal and abnormal appearance of each small unit that composes each joint, so that 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.