An essential orthopedic surgery resource for accurate review of musculoskeletal and spine MRI
studies Most orthopedic surgeons learn the skill of reading MRI diagnostics in an informal
fashion during residency fellowship and clinical practice. Unlike radiologists who are
trained to evaluate MRI studies in a systematic fashion orthopedic surgeons rely on anatomic
expertise and experience which may not be the most accurate interpretation method. MRI in
Orthopedics and Sports Medicine: The Essentials edited by Uma Srikumaran Amit Jain and A. Jay
Khanna provides a foundational basis for understanding MRIs and their interpretation in a
clinical context. This textbook is the third in a series of three with the prior two entitled
MRI for Orthopedic Surgeons and MRI Essentials for the Spine Specialist. This volume
incorporates relevant text images and drawings from the prior books while featuring current
and new theories and practices contributions from acknowledged experts and additional
illustrative material. The 21 chapters are organized into five sections: MRI Essentials Upper
Extremity Lower Extremity Neurological Imaging and Tumors. Key Highlights - Contributions
from orthopedic surgeons spine surgeons spine specialists and radiologists provide
well-rounded clinical perspectives specific to the musculoskeletal system - An organized
systematic approach to viewing musculoskeletal MRIs facilitates accurate diagnosis and
treatment selection - Review of normal anatomy anatomical variants and pathology enhances
diagnostic skills This textbook will help orthopedic surgeons sports specialists and
spine specialists learn how to systematically evaluate and interpret MRI studies of the
musculoskeletal system and thereby improve clinical practice. Radiologists and other
specialists who treat patients with various musculoskeletal conditions will also benefit from
consulting this reader-friendly reference. This book includes complimentary access to a
digital copy on https: medone.thieme.com. Publisher's Note: Products purchased from Third
Party sellers are not guaranteed by the publisher for quality authenticity or access to any
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