Normal Variants and Pitfalls in Musculoskeletal MRI is explored in this important issue of MRI Clinics of North America. Articles will include: Shoulder MR Imaging Normal Variants and Imaging Artifacts; Elbow Magnetic Resonance Imaging Variants and Pitfalls; Pitfalls of Wrist MR Imaging; MR Imaging of the Hip: Normal Anatomic Variants and Imaging Pitfalls; Magnetic Resonance Imaging Pitfalls and Normal Variations: The Knee; Normal Variants and Pitfalls in MR Imaging of the Ankle and Foot; Magnetic Resonance Imaging of the Midfoot and Forefoot: Normal Variants and Pitfalls; MR Imaging Features of Common Variant Spinal Anatomy; Bone Marrow, and more!

This issue provides an overview of anatomy for the practicing radiologist using MR. Neuroanatomy is covered in separate articles on the brain, neck, spine, and skull base. Body imaging is reviewed in articles on chest, abdomen, breast, and pelvis, and finally, the musculoskeletal system is thoroughly displayed by articles on shoulder, elbow, wrist and hand, knee, and ankle and foot. Long bones of the upper and lower extremities are reviewed in separate articles as well.

This open access book focuses on imaging of the musculoskeletal diseases. Over the last few years, there have been considerable advances in this area, driven by clinical as well as technological developments. The authors are all internationally renowned experts in their field. They are also excellent teachers, and provide didactically outstanding chapters. The book is disease-oriented and covers all relevant imaging modalities, with particular emphasis on magnetic resonance imaging. Important aspects of pediatric imaging are also included. IDKD books are completely re-written every four years. As a result, they offer a comprehensive review of the state of the art in imaging. The book is clearly structured with learning objectives, abstracts, subheadings, tables and take-home points, supported by design elements to help readers easily navigate through the text. As an IDKD book, it is particularly valuable for general radiologists, radiology residents, and interventional radiologists who want to update their diagnostic knowledge, and for clinicians interested in imaging as it relates to their specialty.

The practice of diagnostic radiology has become increasingly complex, with the use of numerous imaging modalities and division into many subspecialty areas. It is becoming ever more difficult for subspecialist radiologists, general radiologists, and residents to keep up with the advances that are occurring year on year, and this is particularly true for less familiar topics. Failure to appreciate imaging pitfalls often leads to diagnostic error and misinterpretation, and potential medicolegal problems. This textbook, written by experts from reputable centers across the world, systematically and comprehensively highlights the pitfalls that may occur in diagnostic radiology. Both pitfalls specific to different modalities and techniques and those specific to particular organ systems are described with the help of numerous high-quality illustrations. Recognition of these pitfalls is crucial in helping the practicing radiologist to achieve a more accurate diagnosis.

This issue reviews the latest advances in imaging of cartilage using MRI. A basis for understanding cartilage is provided in articles on normal anatomic appearance, morphology, and physiology. MR imaging of cartilage in specific joints such as knees and ankles, hip, and upper extremity are reviewed in separate articles, and assessment of rheumatoid conditions and cartilage repair are also covered.

This issue of MRI Clinics of North America focuses on Musculoskeletal Imaging: Radiographic/MRI Correlation and is edited by Dr. Anne Cotten. Articles will include: Radiographic/MRI Correlation of the Hip; Radiographic/MRI Correlation of the Knee; Radiographic/MRI Correlation of the Ankle and Foot; Radiographic/MRI Correlation of the Spine; Radiographic/MRI Correlation of Spinal Bony Outlines; Radiographic/MRI Correlation of the Shoulder; Radiographic/MRI Correlation of the Elbow; Radiographic/MRI Correlation of the Wrist and Hand; Radiographic/MRI Correlation of the Pediatric Growth; Radiographic/MRI Correlation of Soft Tissues; Radiographic/MRI Correlation of Tumors; Pitfalls in Pediatric Trauma and Microtrauma; and more

Elsevier's 'Problem Solving in Radiology' series offers an instructional approach to common imaging questions. In this musculoskeletal volume, readers will find guidance on how to accurately read what they see and how to perform common office procedures, including arthrography and biopsy.