Magnetic resonance imaging of the wrist

MR imaging of the wrist has the unique capability of simultaneously demonstrating bone and soft tissue structures. Its exquisite sensitivity for detecting bone marrow edema makes it and ideal screening tool for diagnosing radiographically occult osseous injuries and areas of AVN. This, together with...

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Published in:	Current problems in diagnostic radiology Vol. 27; no. 6; pp. 187 - 229
Main Authors:	Anderson, M W, Kaplan, P A, Dussault, R G, Degnan, G G
Format:	Journal Article
Language:	English
Published:	United States 01-11-1998
Subjects:	Humans Joint Diseases - diagnosis Magnetic Resonance Imaging - methods Wrist Injuries - diagnosis Wrist Joint - anatomy & histology Wrist Joint - pathology
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Summary:	MR imaging of the wrist has the unique capability of simultaneously demonstrating bone and soft tissue structures. Its exquisite sensitivity for detecting bone marrow edema makes it and ideal screening tool for diagnosing radiographically occult osseous injuries and areas of AVN. This, together with its ability to provide a comprehensive, non-invasive assessment of the ligaments, tendons, nerves, and components of the TFC make MRI a very powerful tool for evaluating patients with wrist pain of uncertain etiology. Its exact role in the work-up of these patients has not been entirely established, but with further advances in technology and the radiologist's understanding of wrist anatomy and pathology, MRI is assuming a more central role in this clinical setting.
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ISSN:	0363-0188