Essential Measurements in Pediatric Musculoskeletal Imaging / edited by Paolo Simoni, Maria Pilar Aparisi Gómez.

Format:

Book

Contributor:

Simoni, Paolo, editor.

Aparisi Gómez, Maria Pilar, editor.

Language:

English

Subjects (All):

Radiology.

Pediatrics.

Orthopedics.

Orthopaedics.

Local Subjects:

Radiology.

Pediatrics.

Orthopaedics.

Physical Description:

1 online resource (303 pages)

Edition:

1st ed. 2023.

Place of Publication:

Cham : Springer International Publishing : Imprint: Springer, 2023.

Summary:

This practical guide presents an up-to-date, comprehensive yet concise collection of the most frequently used measurements in musculoskeletal studies carried out in children and adolescents through the different radiological modalities. The book covers the measurements applied on various anatomical regions in a succinct and easy-to-use structure, with additional chapters dedicated to specific techniques and focused evaluations. It provides radiological images, informative drawings, and diagrams to describe each measurement and explain its applications and role in specific diseases. Also, the book identifies potential difficulties regarding positioning and techniques and offers tips to avoid misinterpretation. The book is a handy reference for everyday use and helps practitioners evaluate pediatric musculoskeletal studies by providing precise instructions on how to perform accurate measurements and interpret them to obtain an accurate diagnosis. .

Contents:

In utero musculoskeletal measurements

Skull

Spine

Shoulder

Elbow

Wrist

Hand

Hip and pelvis

Knee

Foot and ankle

Body composition

EOS®

Bone marrow.

Notes:

Includes bibliographical references.

Other Format:

Print version: Simoni, Paolo Essential Measurements in Pediatric Musculoskeletal Imaging

ISBN:

9783031177354

OCLC:

1378936498