MR imaging of musculoskeletal trauma to the pelvis and the lower limb.
Magnetic resonance imaging can be used in the trauma setting to detect fractures and associated soft tissue injuries of the musculoskeletal system. Magnetic resonance imaging complements plain radiography and CT for evaluating cancellous bone, cartilage and growth-plate injuries, and intra- and extraarticular supporting soft tissue structures. This review outlines typical applications and imaging consideration for injuries of the pelvis and lower extremity.
Brossmann
J
J
Klinik für Radiologische Diagnostik, Kiel, Germany.
Biederer
J
J
Heller
M
M
D001842:Bone and Bones / Q000293:injuries* / Q000473:pathology; D003937:Diagnosis, Differential; D050723:Fractures, Bone / Q000175:diagnosis; D006801:Humans; D004204:Joint Dislocations / Q000175:diagnosis; D007596:Joints / Q000293:injuries / Q000473:pathology; D007869:Leg Injuries / Q000175:diagnosis*; D008279:Magnetic Resonance Imaging; D010388:Pelvis / Q000293:injuries* / Q000473:pathology; D012189:Retrospective Studies; D012680:Sensitivity and Specificity; D017695:Soft Tissue Injuries / Q000175:diagnosis*