title: Core Injuries Remote from the Pubic Symphysis.
abstract: The core, or central musculoskeletal system of the torso, is essential for participating in sports and other physical activities. Core injuries are commonly encountered in athletes and active individuals. The importance of the midline pubic plate and rectus abdominis-adductor aponeurosis for core stability and function is discussed in the literature. This review article examines other important core injuries remote from the pubic symphysis, relevant clinical features, and preferred approaches to imaging. Several specific syndromes encountered in the core are reviewed. By protocoling imaging studies and identifying pathology, radiologists can add value to the clinical decision-making process and help guide therapeutic options.
authors.affiliation: Division of Musculoskeletal Imaging and Interventions, Department of Radiology, Jefferson Medical College, Thomas Jefferson University Hospital, Thomas Jefferson University, 132 South 10th Street, Suite 1096, 1087 Main Building, Philadelphia, PA 19107, USA. Electronic address: jeff.belair@gmail.com.
authors.forename: Jeffrey A
authors.initials: JA
authors.lastname: Belair
authors.affiliation: Division of Musculoskeletal Imaging and Interventions, Department of Radiology, Jefferson Medical College, Thomas Jefferson University Hospital, Thomas Jefferson University, 132 South 10th Street, Suite 1096, 1087 Main Building, Philadelphia, PA 19107, USA; Department of Radiology, University of Dammam, PO Box 2114, Dammam 31451, Saudi Arabia.
authors.forename: Tarek M
authors.initials: TM
authors.lastname: Hegazi
authors.affiliation: Division of Musculoskeletal Imaging and Interventions, Department of Radiology, Jefferson Medical College, Thomas Jefferson University Hospital, Thomas Jefferson University, 132 South 10th Street, Suite 1096, 1087 Main Building, Philadelphia, PA 19107, USA.
authors.forename: Johannes B
authors.initials: JB
authors.lastname: Roedl
authors.affiliation: Division of Musculoskeletal Imaging and Interventions, Department of Radiology, Jefferson Medical College, Thomas Jefferson University Hospital, Thomas Jefferson University, 132 South 10th Street, Suite 1096, 1087 Main Building, Philadelphia, PA 19107, USA.
authors.forename: Adam C
authors.initials: AC
authors.lastname: Zoga
authors.affiliation: Department of Radiology, Northwestern Memorial Hospital, 676 North Saint Clair Street, Suite 800, Chicago, IL 60611, USA.
authors.forename: Imran M
authors.initials: IM
authors.lastname: Omar
mesh_terms: D001265:Athletic Injuries / Q000000981:diagnostic imaging*; D003937:Diagnosis, Differential; D006801:Humans; D008279:Magnetic Resonance Imaging / Q000379:methods*; D018482:Muscle, Skeletal / Q000000981:diagnostic imaging / Q000293:injuries*; D011631:Pubic Symphysis / Q000293:injuries; D017695:Soft Tissue Injuries / Q000000981:diagnostic imaging; D060726:Torso / Q000000981:diagnostic imaging* / Q000293:injuries*; D014463:Ultrasonography / Q000379:methods*
keywords: Athlete; Core; Imaging; Injury; MRI; Muscle; Ultrasound