Is a radiological finding normal or pathologic? This borderline between the two states presents
a daunting challenge to radiologists and orthopedic surgeons on a daily basis. Thieme proudly
presents the updated and expanded fifth edition of the landmark text generations of physicians
have used to differentiate borderline findings! Redesigned for optimal use the book is
organized according to diagnostic questions raised by clinical findings radiographic findings
or both. You'll find all possible variants in five pathologic categories: anomaly trauma
necroses inflammation and tumor. The book provides imaging examples of the entire body from
the skull base shoulder and clavicle to lower spine knees and the feet. More than 4 200
high-quality illustrations give clear examples of potential findings. Key features of this
historic text: Illustrated with more than 4 200 outstanding drawings photographs and
radiographs--nearly 4 per page! Full coverage of pathologic conditions in their fully developed
form Exhaustive analysis of borderline findings for both pediatric and adult cases Valuable
guidelines on integrating pathologic conditions with CT and MRI findings This book is the
encyclopedic resource that will expand your knowledge of findings in skeletal radiology and
enhance your diagnostic skills. No personal or professional library is complete without this
new standard-bearer in the field! International acclaim for previous editions: Excellent...the
'bible' of anomalies and variants...much worthwhile material...should be available to everyone
interpreting skeletal radiographs... --Radiology This text must hold a record for a
continuously relevant frequently updated radiological reference...all of the illustrations are
state-of-the-art...an invaluable references. --The Journal of Bone and Joint Surgery
