Orthopedic Imaging: Techniques and Applications

ISBN-13: 9783642643415 / Angielski / Miękka / 2011 / 385 str.

A. Mark Davies; Holger Pettersson

Opis

Musculoskeletal studies account for an important proportion of the daily clinical practice of most radiologists. For many years following Rontgen's discovery of x-rays in 1895, these studies were confined to plain films and conventional tomography, which substantially limited the contribution of radiology in achieving better diagnosis and treatment of ortho pedic pathologic conditions. The advent of digital radiography, ultrasound, computer tomography and especially magnetic resonance imaging has greatly enhanced the potential of radiologic imaging in this field. Among the benefits to accrue from these techniques are the detailed visualization of soft tissue anatomy and pathologic changes, progress in the noninvasive study of joint pathology, and improved staging of primary bone tumors. The need for an update of our knowledge in orthopedic imaging is therefore immense. The editors, Dr. A. M. Davies and Prof. H. Pettersson, have been able to acquire the collabo ration of a number of international leaders in bone and soft tissue imaging for the produc tion of this book, which took an exceptionally brief period from the date of conception to printing. Accordingly, readers will find in this work the latest developments in techniques and radiologic interpretation. The up-to-date nature of the information provided, and the expertise which it embodies, will undoubtedly be of great help in daily clinical practice, not only to general radiologists and orthopedic surgeons but also to musculoskeletal radiolo gists working in subspecialties. I am very grateful to the editors and to the authors for their excellent contributions."

Spis treści

Imaging Techniques and Procedures.- 1 Radiography.- 2 Arthrography.- 3 Computed Tomography.- 4 Magnetic Resonance Imaging.- 5 Scintigraphy.- 6 Ultrasound.- 7 Interventional Radiological Techniques.- 8 Measurements and Related Examination Techniques in Orthopedic Radiology.- 9 Bone Densitometry.- Practical Clinical Problems.- 10 The Shoulder.- 11 The Hand and Wrist.- 12 The Hip.- 13 The Knee.- 14 The Ankle and Foot.- 15 The Spine.- 16 Polyarthritis.- 17 Bone and Joint Infections.- 18 Joint Prostheses.- 19 Musculoskeletal Tumours.- List of Contributors.

O autorze

The volume provides a well-illustrated, up-to-date review of imaging of the musculoskeletal system. In the first part of the book the various imaging techniques are discussed, and the second part considers their application in particular clinical problems and diseases. The comprehensive nature of the volume will make it of wide appeal to radiologists, orthopedic surgeons, and other clinicians.

Blurb

This volume is intended to provide radiologists, orthopedic surgeons, and other clinicians with an up-to-date review of imaging of the musculoskeletal system. In the first part of the book, the various imaging techniques are discussed in turn, with particular attention to their advantages and disadvantages. The second part then documents the application of these techniques to the clinical problems and diseases encountered in specific anatomical regions. Each chapter is written by an acknowledged expert in the field, and a wealth of illustrative material is included.