Magnetic Resonance in Crohn Disease
The management of Crohn disease (CD) has entered a new era in which it is imperative to incorporate objective data and symptoms to plan the best therapeutic approach for each…
Magnetic Resonance of the Small Bowel
Small bowel magnetic resonance (MR) imaging has been clinically implemented for many years, albeit with variation in study technique. Considerable research has been performed during this time regarding optimum patient…
Esophagus and Stomach
MR imaging has been increasingly used in the diagnostic work-up of benign and malignant conditions of the gastroesophageal tract. The use of an adequate MR imaging protocol is crucial, although…
Magnetic Resonance Imaging of the Postoperative Meniscus
Meniscus surgery is common, and surgical indications and techniques continue to evolve. After highlighting relevant anatomy and emerging magnetic resonance (MR) imaging techniques, this article reviews the current indications and…
Diseases and Disorders
This section includes the diagnostic modalities (imaging and laboratory tests) and algorithms useful to diagnose the following 145 diseases and disorders. It is assumed that the patient has had a…
Laboratory Values and Interpretation of Results
This section covers more than 300 laboratory tests. Each test is approached with the following format: • Laboratory test • Normal range in adult patients • Common abnormalities (e.g., positive…
General Guidelines for Ordering Computed Tomography 1
Without IV Contrast With IV Contrast With and Without IV Contrast Head (Procedure code 70450) • Trauma • Bleed (Procedure code 70460) • Soft-tissue mass • Known brain lesion •…
Skeletal System
Introduction Fractures and other abnormalities involving the skull and face were covered in Chapter 2 . Initial imaging studies for a number of clinical problems are presented in Table 8.1…
Gastrointestinal System
Introduction Imaging Techniques and Anatomy The most common imaging study of the abdomen is referred to as a KUB, or plain image of the abdomen. The term KUB is historical…
