Does magnetic resonance represent the gold-standard of imaging for the follow-up of arthritis?

Several studies suggest that MRI is between 2 and 10 times superior to conventional radiology in the visualization of erosions. This higher sensibility is dependent on the specific joint assessed, the precocity of the disease, and the timing of follow-up. In addition, MRI can depict bone oedema, whi...

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Main Author: M.A. Cimmino
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: PAGEPress Publications 2011-09-01
Series:Reumatismo
Online Access:http://www.reumatismo.org/index.php/reuma/article/view/277