Rotator Cuff Injury and Repair
Semin Musculoskelet Radiol 2022; 26: 585-596 DOI: 10.1055/s-0042-1756167Rotator cuff pathology is a commonly encountered clinical and radiologic entity that can manifest as tendinopathy or tearing. Magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) and ultrasonography offer similar sensitivity and specificity for the evaluation of the native rotator cuff, and the chosen modality may vary, depending on local practice and accessibility. MR arthrography is frequently used in the postoperative setting as a problem-solving tool. Key findings to include in the preoperative MRI report include the size and location of the tear, thickness of the ten...
Source: Seminars in Musculoskeletal Radiology - December 19, 2022 Category: Radiology Authors: Fitzpatrick, Laura A. Atinga, Angela White, Lawrence Henry, Patrick D.G. Probyn, Linda Tags: Review Article Source Type: research

SLAP Injury and the Superior Labrum
Semin Musculoskelet Radiol 2022; 26: 577-584 DOI: 10.1055/s-0042-1758840Injuries around the superior labrum are a common cause of shoulder dysfunction and pain. The injuries sustained result mainly from repetitive microtrauma but can also occur following a fall on outstretched hand. Both athletic and general populations can be affected. Injuries to the superior labrum are called superior labrum anterior and posterior (SLAP) tears. Based on cross-sectional imaging findings, the literature defines four main SLAP tears (I–IV) and six extended types (V–X). An accurate description of imaging findings of the SLAP tear type, ...
Source: Seminars in Musculoskeletal Radiology - December 19, 2022 Category: Radiology Authors: Jain, Abhishek Aniq, Hifz Mistry, Alpesh Tags: Review Article Source Type: research

Imaging of the Long Head of Biceps Tendon and Rotator Interval
This article reviews the imaging and common pathology of the long head of biceps tendon and rotator interval (RI). This area of complex anatomy plays a crucial role in normal shoulder function. Injury or abnormality of the RI may contribute to a range of shoulder pathology, such as biceps instability, tendinopathy, and frozen shoulder. Understanding the normal and pathologic appearances of the RI structures is crucial for a correct diagnosis and directing treatment. [...] Thieme Medical Publishers, Inc. 333 Seventh Avenue, 18th Floor, New York, NY 10001, USAArticle in Thieme eJournals: Table of contents  |  Abstract ...
Source: Seminars in Musculoskeletal Radiology - December 19, 2022 Category: Radiology Authors: McKean, David Teh, James Tags: Review Article Source Type: research

Imaging Posterior Instability of the Shoulder
We describe the imaging findings of posterior instability so the radiologist can make the diagnosis and provide a detailed description, enabling the surgeon to make more informed decisions regarding management and surgery. [...] Thieme Medical Publishers, Inc. 333 Seventh Avenue, 18th Floor, New York, NY 10001, USAArticle in Thieme eJournals: Table of contents  |  Abstract  |  Full text (Source: Seminars in Musculoskeletal Radiology)
Source: Seminars in Musculoskeletal Radiology - December 19, 2022 Category: Radiology Authors: Rajeswaran, Gajan Basu, Subhasis Funk, Lennard Tags: Review Article Source Type: research

Anterior Shoulder Instability
This article discusses the anatomical basis for instability and how it translates into patterns of injury, focusing on anterior instability. We suggest an approach to imaging the unstable shoulder and examine the imaging features seen in the context of anterior instability, along with consideration of postoperative appearances. [...] Thieme Medical Publishers, Inc. 333 Seventh Avenue, 18th Floor, New York, NY 10001, USAArticle in Thieme eJournals: Table of contents  |  Abstract  |  Full text (Source: Seminars in Musculoskeletal Radiology)
Source: Seminars in Musculoskeletal Radiology - December 19, 2022 Category: Radiology Authors: Christopher, Holly W. Grainger, Andrew J. Tags: Review Article Source Type: research

Muscle Injury Around the Shoulder
This article reviews the anatomy, mechanism of injury, and the imaging findings in relation to injuries of these muscles around the shoulder. We focus on pectoralis major injury but also review proximal triceps, latissimus dorsi, teres major, and deltoid muscle injuries, providing imaging examples. [...] Thieme Medical Publishers, Inc. 333 Seventh Avenue, 18th Floor, New York, NY 10001, USAArticle in Thieme eJournals: Table of contents  |  Abstract  |  Full text (Source: Seminars in Musculoskeletal Radiology)
Source: Seminars in Musculoskeletal Radiology - December 19, 2022 Category: Radiology Authors: Jacob, J. O'Connor, P. Pass, B. Tags: Review Article Source Type: research

A Comprehensive Radiologic Review of Shoulder Girdle Trauma
Semin Musculoskelet Radiol 2022; 26: 527-534 DOI: 10.1055/s-0042-1755431Radiologic knowledge of different fracture patterns involving the shoulder girdle is an important tool to generate clinically relevant reports, identify concomitant injuries, guide management decisions, and predict and minimize complications, such as nonunion, osteoarthritis, osteonecrosis, and hardware failure. Complex unstable injuries like scapulothoracic dissociation can also occur because of shoulder girdle trauma. Management options may vary from conservative to surgical, depending on the fracture type and patient factors. Injuries around the sho...
Source: Seminars in Musculoskeletal Radiology - December 19, 2022 Category: Radiology Authors: Nasir, Muhammad Umer Alsugair, Faisal Sheikh, Adnan Ouellette, Hugue Munk, Peter Mallinson, Paul Tags: Review Article Source Type: research

Imaging of the Shoulder Girdle
Semin Musculoskelet Radiol 2022; 26: 525-526 DOI: 10.1055/s-0042-1758839 Thieme Medical Publishers, Inc. 333 Seventh Avenue, 18th Floor, New York, NY 10001, USAArticle in Thieme eJournals: Table of contents  |  Full text (Source: Seminars in Musculoskeletal Radiology)
Source: Seminars in Musculoskeletal Radiology - December 19, 2022 Category: Radiology Authors: Rowbotham, Emma Tags: Preface Source Type: research

Miss Katie Clark: Pioneer of Standardization of Radiographic Projections
Semin Musculoskelet Radiol 2022; 26: 521-524 DOI: 10.1055/s-0042-1745823This history page in the series “Leaders in MSK radiology” is dedicated to the memory and achievements of the British radiographer Kathleen C. Clark, recognized as a pioneer of standardization of radiographic projections. [...] Thieme Medical Publishers, Inc. 333 Seventh Avenue, 18th Floor, New York, NY 10001, USAArticle in Thieme eJournals: Table of contents  |  Abstract  |  Full text (Source: Seminars in Musculoskeletal Radiology)
Source: Seminars in Musculoskeletal Radiology - September 14, 2022 Category: Radiology Authors: Sudo-Szopi ńska, Iwona Cassar-Pullicino, Victor Panas-Goworska, Marta Tags: History Page Source Type: research

Imaging of Common Spinal Cord Diseases
Semin Musculoskelet Radiol 2022; 26: 510-520 DOI: 10.1055/s-0042-1755345Spinal cord evaluation is an integral part of spine assessment, and its reliable imaging work-up is mandatory because even localized lesions may produce serious effects with potentially irreversible sequelae. Spinal cord alterations are found both incidentally during spine evaluation in otherwise neurologically asymptomatic patients or during neurologic/neuroradiologic assessment in myelopathic patients. Myelopathy (an umbrella term for any neurologic deficit that refers to spinal cord impairment) can be caused by intrinsic lesions or extrinsic mechani...
Source: Seminars in Musculoskeletal Radiology - September 14, 2022 Category: Radiology Authors: Russo, Camilla Muto, Gianluca Giordano, Flavio Masala, Salvatore Muto, Mario Tags: Review Article Source Type: research

The Adolescent Spine
This article provides a brief overview of the pathophysiology, biomechanics, clinical features, and modern imaging of AIS relevant to radiologists in clinical settings. [...] Thieme Medical Publishers, Inc. 333 Seventh Avenue, 18th Floor, New York, NY 10001, USAArticle in Thieme eJournals: Table of contents  |  Abstract  |  Full text (Source: Seminars in Musculoskeletal Radiology)
Source: Seminars in Musculoskeletal Radiology - September 14, 2022 Category: Radiology Authors: Simoni, Paolo Negro, Giulia Moeremans, Marine Leucio, Alessandro De Tags: Review Article Source Type: research

Imaging of Metabolic Bone Diseases: The Spine View, Part II
Semin Musculoskelet Radiol 2022; 26: 491-500 DOI: 10.1055/s-0042-1754341Metabolic bone diseases comprise a wide spectrum. Osteoporosis, the most frequent, characteristically involves the spine, with a high impact on health care systems and on the morbidity of patients due to the occurrence of vertebral fractures (VFs).Part II of this review completes an overview of state-of-the-art techniques on the imaging of metabolic bone diseases of the spine, focusing on specific populations and future perspectives. We address the relevance of diagnosis and current status on VF assessment and quantification. We also analyze the diagno...
Source: Seminars in Musculoskeletal Radiology - September 14, 2022 Category: Radiology Authors: Aparisi G ómez, Maria Pilar Isaac, Amanda Dalili, Danoob Fotiadou, Anastasia Kariki, Eleni P. Kirschke, Jan S. Krestan, Christian R Messina, Carmelo Oei, Edwin H.G. Phan, Catherine M. Prakash, Mahesh Sabir, Nuran Tagliafico, Alberto Aparisi, Francisco Ba Tags: Review Article Source Type: research

Imaging of Metabolic Bone Diseases: The Spine View, Part I
This article discusses state-of-the-art techniques on the imaging of metabolic bone diseases in the spine, from the well-established methods to the latest improvements, recent developments, and future perspectives.We review the classical features of involvement of metabolic conditions involving the spine. Then we analyze the different imaging techniques for the diagnosis, characterization, and monitoring of metabolic bone disease: dual-energy X-ray absorptiometry (DXA) and DXA-based fracture risk assessment applications or indexes, such as the geometric parameters, Bone Strain Index, and Trabecular Bone Score; quantitative...
Source: Seminars in Musculoskeletal Radiology - September 14, 2022 Category: Radiology Authors: Bazzocchi, Alberto Isaac, Amanda Dalili, Danoob Fotiadou, Anastasia Kariki, Eleni P. Kirschke, Jan S. Krestan, Christian R. Messina, Carmelo Oei, Edwin H.G. Phan, Catherine M. Prakash, Mahesh Sabir, Nuran Tagliafico, Alberto Aparisi, Francisco Baum, Thoma Tags: Review Article Source Type: research

Imaging of Structural Abnormalities of the Sacrum: The Old Faithful and Newly Emerging Techniques
Semin Musculoskelet Radiol 2022; 26: 469-477 DOI: 10.1055/s-0042-1754342The sacrum and sacroiliac joints pose a long-standing challenge for adequate imaging because of their complex anatomical form, oblique orientation, and posterior location in the pelvis, making them subject to superimposition. The sacrum and sacroiliac joints are composed of multiple diverse tissues, further complicating their imaging. Varying imaging techniques are suited to evaluate the sacrum, each with its specific clinical indications, benefits, and drawbacks. New techniques continue to be developed and validated, such as dual-energy computed tomog...
Source: Seminars in Musculoskeletal Radiology - September 14, 2022 Category: Radiology Authors: Vereecke, Elke Herregods, Nele Morb ée, Lieve Laloo, Frederiek Chen, Min Jans, Lennart Tags: Review Article Source Type: research

Tumors of the Spine: When Can Biopsy Be Avoided?
Semin Musculoskelet Radiol 2022; 26: 453-468 DOI: 10.1055/s-0042-1753506Regarding osseous tumors of the spine, characteristic morphology is encountered in hemangioma of the vertebral body, osteoid osteoma (OO), osteochondroma, Paget's disease, and bone islands. In these cases, radiologic imaging can make a specific diagnosis and thereby avoid biopsy, especially when the radiologist has chosen the correct imaging modality to establish the diagnosis, such as thin-slice computed tomography in suspected OO. A benign lesion is suggested by a high amount of fat within the lesion, the lack of uptake of the contrast agent, and a h...
Source: Seminars in Musculoskeletal Radiology - September 14, 2022 Category: Radiology Authors: Weber, Marc-Andr é Bazzocchi, Alberto N öbauer-Huhmann, Iris-M. Tags: Review Article Source Type: research