Description

Designed to help you quickly learn or review normal anatomy and confirm variants, ImagingAnatomy: Knee, Ankle, Foot , by Dr. Julia R. Crim, provides detailed anatomic views of each major joint of the lower extremity. Ultrasound and 3T MR images in each standard plane of imaging (axial, coronal, and sagittal) accompany highly accurate and detailed medical illustrations, assisting you in making an accurate diagnosis. Comprehensive coverage of the knee, ankle, and foot, combined with an orderly, easy-to-follow structure, make this unique title unmatched in its field.

Key Features

• Includes all relevant imaging modalities, 3D reconstructions, and highly accurate and detailed medical graphics that illustrate the fine points of the imaging anatomy
• Depictscommon anatomic variants (both osseous and soft tissue) and covers imagingpitfalls as a part of its comprehensive coverage
• Enablesanystructure in thelowerextremity to easily be located, identified, and tracked in any planefor a faster, more accurate diagnosis
• Providesrichly labeled images with associated commentary as well as scout images to assist in localization
• Explainsuniquely difficult functional or anatomical regions of the lower extremity, such as posterolateral corner of knee, ankle ligaments, ankle tendons, and nerves of the lower extremity
• Presents coronal and axial planes as boththeright and leftlegs, onfacingpages, makingultrasound/MR correlation even easier
• Expert Consult™ eBook version included with purchase.This enhanced eBook experience allows you to search all of the text, figures, videos, and references from the book on a variety of devices.

Contents

SECTION 1: KNEE

Knee Overview
Knee Radiographic and Arthrographic Anatomy
Knee MR Atlas
Extensor Mechanism and Retinacula
Menisci
Cruciate Ligaments/Posterior Capsule
Medial Supporting Structures
Lateral Supporting Structures
Ultrasound of Knee

SECTION 2: LEG

Leg Overview
Leg Radiographic Anatomy and MR Atlas
Nerves of Leg, Ankle, and Foot
Ultrasound of Leg

SECTION 3: ANKLE

Ankle and Hindfoot Overview
Ankle Radiographic and Arthrographic Anatomy
Ankle MR Atlas
Ankle Tendons
Ankle Ligaments
Ultrasound of Ankle

SECTION 4: FOOT

Foot Overview
Foot Radiographic and Arthrographic Anatomy
Foot MR Atlas
Intrinsic Muscles of Foot
Tarsometatarsal Joint
Metatarsophalangeal Joints
Ultrasound of Foot

SECTION 5: ANGLES AND MEASUREMENTS

Knee/Leg, Angles & Measurements
Ankle/Foot, Angles and Measurements

SECTION 6: NORMAL VARIANTS

Knee/Leg, Normal Variants and Imaging Pitfalls
Ankle/Foot, Normal Variants and Imaging Pitfalls

SECTION 7: NEEDLE PLACEMENT FOR PROCEDURES

Needle Approaches for Aspiration/Injection