Role of MRI in paediatric musculoskeletal conditions

Role of MRI in paediatric musculoskeletal conditions

Abstract The aim of this review is to discuss the indications and use of MR imaging (MRI) in the paediatric musculoskeletal system. After briefly reviewing basic technical considerations the MRI appearance of the most relevant congenital, inflammatory, infectious, ischemic, and posttraumatic skeleta...

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Veröffentlicht in:European journal of radiology 2008-11, Vol.68 (2), p.245-258
Hauptverfasser: Balassy, C, Hörmann, M
Format: Artikel
Sprache:eng
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Child
Child, Preschool
Children
Contrast Media
Humans
Infant
Infant, Newborn
Infants
Magnetic Resonance Imaging - methods
MR imaging
Musculoskeletal
Musculoskeletal Abnormalities - diagnosis
Musculoskeletal Diseases - congenital
Musculoskeletal Diseases - diagnosis
Radiology
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Zusammenfassung:Abstract The aim of this review is to discuss the indications and use of MR imaging (MRI) in the paediatric musculoskeletal system. After briefly reviewing basic technical considerations the MRI appearance of the most relevant congenital, inflammatory, infectious, ischemic, and posttraumatic skeletal conditions, as well as benign and malignant bone and soft tissue tumours that are typical for the paediatric age group will be presented.
ISSN:0720-048X
1872-7727
DOI:10.1016/j.ejrad.2008.07.018