Musculoskeletal Imaging

This book is a quick and focused review of musculoskeletal imaging essentials. The authors have spent many years teaching medical students, residents, and fellows, which has revealed that there are common and universal blind spots and gaps in recognition. Within that there are both the common and more insidious findings. But even in the obvious, there is the potential to not fully understand that there could be a deeper meaning that is key to communicate, something that if not mentioned may harm the patient. This book covers all these nuances with a particular focus on the most essential information to make accurate interpretations. This book provides clear and concise instruction in identifying and communicating key and critical imaging findings in musculoskeletal imaging. Chapters cover common conditions and scenarios found in a busy emergency setting, as well as the more sedate settings of outpatient imaging, where nonetheless many potential pitfalls lurk. Throughout, there are many images that reinforce the teaching points and simple text that gets to the core of what is needed, along with easy-to-read references. A self-assessment module at the end of each chapter additionally reinforces learning and expose areas of weakness for further study. This is an ideal guide for radiology residents of all years and working radiologists who may need a refresher on one or more of the many facets of musculoskeletal imaging.