MR Imaging of the Diabetic Foot.
Publication/Presentation Date
2-1-2017
Abstract
Abnormalities of the peripheral nervous, vascular, and immune systems contribute to the development of numerous foot and ankle pathologies in the diabetic population. Although radiographs remain the most practical first-line imaging tool, magnetic resonance (MR) is the tertiary imaging modality of choice, allowing for optimal assessment of bone and soft tissue abnormalities. MR allows for the accurate distinction between osteomyelitis/septic arthritis and neuropathic osteoarthropathy. Furthermore, it provides an excellent presurgical anatomic road map of involved tissues and devitalized skin to ensure successful limited amputations when required. Signal abnormality in the postoperative foot aids in the diagnosis of recurrent infection.
Volume
25
Issue
1
First Page
183
Last Page
194
ISSN
1557-9786
Published In/Presented At
McCarthy, E., Morrison, W. B., & Zoga, A. C. (2017). MR Imaging of the Diabetic Foot. Magnetic resonance imaging clinics of North America, 25(1), 183–194. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.mric.2016.08.005
Disciplines
Business Administration, Management, and Operations | Health and Medical Administration | Management Sciences and Quantitative Methods
PubMedID
27888847
Department(s)
Administration and Leadership
Document Type
Article