A complete introductory text to musculoskeletal imaging

Comprehensive and accessible, this authoritative resource addresses the fundamental principles and techniques of general diagnostic and advanced musculoskeletal imaging. Featuring contributions from internationally recognized experts in the field, Basic Musculoskeletal Imaging focuses on the conditions and procedures most often encountered in real-world practice.

This edition has been updated to reflect the latest research and developments in the field. All of the chapters covering the modalities of MRIS and ultrasounds in musculoskeletal imaging have been fully revised. The book is enhanced by superb figures and illustrations, "Pearls" that summarize must-know information, and an outstanding introduction to musculoskeletal ultrasound by international experts from France and Brazil.

Basic Musculoskeletal Imaging covers:

• Signs in musculoskeletal imaging
• The key concepts of using different modalities in musculoskeletal imaging
• Current advances in musculoskeletal scintigraphy
• 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