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The role of MRI in diagnostic imaging of the injured knee

Journal Article · · American Family Physician; (USA)
OSTI ID:6994433
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  1. Georgetown Univ. School of Medicine, Washington, DC (USA)

Clinical evaluation of the acutely injured knee is often supplemented by radiographic studies. Magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) is rapidly replacing other techniques as the study of choice for evaluating knee injuries. MRI can delineate meniscal tears, cruciate and collateral ligament injuries, and tendon, capsule and cartilage problems.

OSTI ID:
6994433
Journal Information:
American Family Physician; (USA), Journal Name: American Family Physician; (USA) Vol. 41:2; ISSN 0002-838X; ISSN AFPYA
Country of Publication:
United States
Language:
English

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