1st Edition

Practical MRI of the Foot and Ankle

Edited By Alison R. Spouge, Thomas L Pope Copyright 2001
    312 Pages
    by CRC Press

    312 Pages
    by CRC Press

    EXPAND YOUR KNOWLEDGE OF MRI OF THE FOOT AND ANKLE.

    The introduction of MRI, together with rapid technological advancements over the last five years, has provided a powerful diagnostic tool. Despite this development, clinicians are unfamiliar with MRI of the foot and ankle, due to the complexities of this imaging modality and the anatomy and pathology of this region.

    In Practical MRI of the Foot and Ankle, the authors present a state-of-the-art source for the broad range of topics related to this field. The work illuminates and expands on the limited body of available.

    A PRACTICAL, COMPREHENSIVE REFERENCE

    This work provides background information regarding appropriate MRI techniques followed by a brief discussion of the normal anatomy of the foot and ankle. Subsequent chapters encompass a broad spectrum of topics including bone injuries, osseous tumors, infections, arthropathies, and the pediatric foot and ankle.

    Practical MRI of the Foot and Ankle is sure to become a standard in your reference collection.

    MRI Techniques and Principles. Normal Anatomy. Bone Injuries and Related Abnormalities. Bone Tumors and Tumor-Like Conditions. Tendon and Ligament Pathology. Soft Tissue Tumors and Tumor-Like Conditions. Arthropathies and Other Synovial Related Pathology. Cellulitis and Osteomyelitis. Pediatric and Congenital Conditions. Conditions Unique to the Foot and Ankle. MRI of the Foot and Ankle.

    Biography

    Alison R. Spouge, Thomas L. Pope