The evaluation of lateral pterygoid signal intensity changes related to temporomandibular joint anterior disc displacement

ConclusionIn conclusion, SIR is correlated with the degree of disc displacement. The internal derangement of the opposite joint did not affect SIR of superior and inferior heads of examined LPM in both T1- and T2-weighted images. The inferior head of LPM was also found affected by disc displacement.
Source: Oral Radiology - Category: Radiology Source Type: research