The radiologic approach to arthritis.
The radiographic examination plays an extremely important role in the diagnosis of unknown articular disorders. Appropriate radiographic techniques and modalities must be used. Accurate diagnosis is based on knowledge of specific radiographic signs that accompany a specific disorder and knowledge of the common sites in which these changes will be seen.
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