MR arthrography of the shoulder.
Although conventional MR imaging allows direct visualization of major anatomic structures, smaller intraarticular structures, including the glenoid labrum, glenohumeral ligaments, and articular surface of the rotator cuff tendon can be difficult to evaluate in the absence of a joint effusion. The authors review the techniques employed in performing MR arthrography, imaging characteristics of MR arthrography, and diagnostic utilization of the technique. Suggested indications are provided.
Tirman
P F
PF
San Francisco Magnetic Resonance Center, San Francisco, CA 94118, USA.
Palmer
W E
WE
Feller
J F
JF
D000328:Adult; D003287:Contrast Media; D005260:Female; D006801:Humans; D007593:Joint Instability / Q000175:diagnosis; D008279:Magnetic Resonance Imaging; D008297:Male; D008875:Middle Aged; D017006:Rotator Cuff / Q000473:pathology; D000070636:Rotator Cuff Injuries; D012782:Shoulder / Q000473:pathology*; D012783:Shoulder Dislocation / Q000175:diagnosis; D000070599:Shoulder Injuries; D012785:Shoulder Joint / Q000473:pathology*
D003287:Contrast Media