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Semin Musculoskelet Radiol 2005; 9(2): 161-172
DOI: 10.1055/s-2005-872341
DOI: 10.1055/s-2005-872341
Controversies in Protocol Selection in the Imaging of Articular Cartilage
Garry E. Gold1 , Brian A. Hargreaves2 , Scott B. Reeder1 , Shreyas S. Vasanawala1 , Christopher F. Beaulieu1Further Information
Publication History
Publication Date:
26 July 2005 (online)
ABSTRACT
Magnetic resonance (MR) imaging, with its unique ability to noninvasively image and characterize soft tissue, has shown promise in assessment of cartilage. The development of new, fast imaging methods with high contrast will improve the MR evaluation of cartilage morphology. In addition to morphological MR imaging methods, MR imaging contrast mechanisms under development may reveal detailed information regarding the physiology of cartilage. However, many of these methods remain to be tested in the clinical setting. Protocol selection for cartilage imaging requires understanding of the patient population and the advantages and limitations of these techniques.
KEYWORDS
Cartilage - protocol - MRI
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