MR Imaging of the Spine and Spinal Cord

Magnetic resonance imaging has become an increasingly beneficial tool for the radiologic evaluation of complex spine diseases. However, due to the many variables implicit in MR imaging technique, considerable experience and expertise are necessary to diagnose with confidence. This book provides a comprehensive and practical overview of the field, and gives you the information to competently utilize MRI for the diagnosis of diseases of the spine and spinal cord. More than 1,300 high-quality images help you recognize and distinguish normal findings from pathologic spinal disorders and common MR artifacts Systematic tables of indications and differential diagnoses summarize each disorder and help you in planning treatment strategies Problem-solving tips and tricks provide details on various imaging techniques, as well as the advantages and disadvantages of different MRI sequences Concise chapter summaries provide quick and easy access to the most current MR imaging information Of great interest to radiologists, neuroradiologists, trauma surgeons, orthopedic surgeons, and neurosurgeons, this extensively illustrated work is an essential diagnostic reference for evaluating spinal disorders.

Table of Contents:
1 Physics and its Application 2 MRI and Spinal Surgery-Indications Based on the Spectrum of Surgical Therapeutic Options 3 Malformations of the Spinal Canal 4 Degenerative Disorders of the Spine 5 Tumours of the Spine and Spinal Canal 6 Inflammatory Disorders of the Spine and Spinal Canal 7 Use of MRI in Acute Spinal Trauma 8 Vascular Disorders of the Spinal Canal 9 Functional Analysis and Surgery of the Spine in an Open MR System

Review :
"This book certainly merits a place as a standard reference for evaluating MR imaging of the spine and spinal cord. . . quick and easy access to the most current MR imaging information. . . [a] multitude of problem-solving tips. . . The physics of MR imaging is explained extremely well. . . One of the book's strongest points is the abundance of illustrations that illuminate every part of the text. . . Especially outstanding are the chapters on spinal tumors and spinal vascular malformations. . . highly recommended for neurosurgeons, orthopedic surgeons, neuroradiologists, trauma surgeons, and emergency room physicians.'' -- Neuro-Oncology ''Richly illustrated...numerous high-quality MR images...instructive line drawings, colored operative views, and photographs of surgical and radiological devices...allowing the reader to build up an in-depth understanding of radiological findings...efficient...of great interest to radiologists, surgeons and other physicians responsible for caring for various disorders of the spine and spinal cord.'' -- Surgical and Radiologic Anatomy ''Reference to and perusal of this book will greatly contribute to refining and standardizing protocols in various institutions. I highly recommend MR Imaging of the Spine and Spinal Cord for various subspecialty health care providers, including neurosurgeons, orthopedic surgeons, neuroradiologists, trauma surgeons, and emergency room physicians, as well as allied health care professionals. The summaries at the end of every chapter are well designed and provide quick and easy access to the most current MR imaging information. With its repertoire of illustrations, both photographic and schematic, this book certainly merits a place as a standard reference for evaluating MR imaging of the spine and spinal cord in patients.'' -- Neuro-Oncology "The iconography is very rich, with not less than 1,305 illustrations. [The book is] an exhaustive work that remains practical while bringing concise answers to daily problems with which users of MRI of the spine are confronted." --European Journal of Orthopaedic Surgery & Traumatology