Imaging of the Hip & Bony Pelvis: Techniques and Applications (Diagnostic Imaging)

This is a comprehensive textbook on imaging of the bony pelvis and hip joint, providing a detailed description of the techniques and imaging findings relevant to this complex anatomical region. In the first part of the book, the various techniques and procedures employed for imaging the pelvis and hip are discussed in detail. The second part of the book documents the application of these techniques to the diverse clinical problems and diseases encountered. Topics addressed include congenital and developmental disorders including developmental dysplasia of the hip, irritable hip and septic arthritis, Perthes' disease and avascular necrosis, slipped upper femoral epiphysis, bony and soft tissue trauma, arthritis, tumors and hip prostheses. Each chapter is written by an acknowledged expert in the field, and includes a wealth of illustrative material. This book will be of great value to musculoskeletal and general radiologists, orthopedic surgeons and rheumatologists. Read more