Imaging of the Knee: Techniques and Applications | PDF Download

Description:

An up-to-date and comprehensive review of the discipline of imaging of the knee. The first part discusses the various techniques employed when imaging the knee. Individual chapters are devoted to radiography, arthrography, computed tomography and CT arthrography, magnetic resonance imaging and MR arthrography, and ultrasonography. The second part then documents the application of these techniques to the diverse clinical problems and diseases encountered in the knee. Among the many topics addressed are: congenital and developmental abnormalities, trauma, meniscal pathology, and others. Each chapter is written by an acknowledged expert in the field.

Preface

Musculoskeletal imaging continues to evolve since the first edition of this book published 20 years ago. The knee is arguably one of the commonest anatomical sites imaged by orthopedic surgeons, rheumatologists, and other musculoskeletal clinicians. It is necessary to continually update the knowledge of all working in this field. As before, the book takes a dual approach with the first section dealing with the full range of techniques available for imaging knee pathologies including contribution on radiographs, ultrasound, computed tomography, and MR imaging. The second section comprising 12 chapters discusses the optimal application of these techniques to specific pathologies highlighting practical solutions to everyday clinical problem.

The editors are grateful to the international panel of authors for their contribution to this second edition that aims to provide a comprehensive overview of current imaging of the knee.