Gillian Newstead Abstract This chapter outlines a practical approach for achieving a standard, high-quality breast MRI examination. Excellent image resolution is a prerequisite for accurate diagnosis. Key components of a…
Federico D. Pineda, Gregory S. Karczmar, and Naoko Mori Abstract Dynamic contrast-enhanced MRI (DCE-MRI) is the most effective method for detection of breast cancer. MRI contrast agents are injected intravenously,…
Gillian M. Newstead Abstract The first chapter provides a general overview of the clinical applications and diagnostic utility of breast MRI and the need for specific individual technical protocols for…
Gillian M. Newstead Abstract Mammography screening trials have shown the decreased mortality benefit of early diagnosis. Nonetheless there is certainly room for improvement with new screening methods. This chapter will…
Imaging Techniques in Orthopaedics Choice of Imaging Modality In this chapter, the principles and limitations of current imaging techniques are described. Understanding the basis of the imaging modalities available to…
Histology, Formation, and Growth of Bone and Articular Cartilage Bone: Histology, Formation, and Growth The skeleton is made of cortical and cancellous bones, which are highly specialized forms of connective…
Part 1: Trauma Case 1 Clinical History A 36-year-old male with shoulder pain after motor vehicle accident (Fig. 1‑1). Fig. 1.1 AP radiograph of the shoulder (a) shows apparent widening…
Part 6: Infection Case 85 Fig. 85.1 Coronal T1-weighted (a), sagittal T1-weighted (b), and axial T1-weighted (c) images show a rounded thin rim or “penumbra” of mildly hyperintense signal intensity…
Part 10: Pediatric or Developmental Musculoskeletal Conditions Case 126 Fig. 126.1 Frontal radiograph shows unusually short ribs. The spine is normal, but humeri are short and thick. The cardiothymic silhouette…
Part 8: Metabolic Musculoskeletal Conditions Case 105 Fig. 105.1 PA radiograph of the wrist (a) shows fraying and cupping of distal metaphyses of radius and ulna. Frontal image of bilateral…
