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Two-thirds of degenerative diseases of the vertebral column involve the lumbar spine. Magnetic resonance imaging plays a pivotal role in diagnosis and treatment. With more than 450 illustrations and 78 case studies illustrating various constellations of findings, this book provides a wealth of illustrations that guide the reader through the MR imaging of lumbar disk herniations and spinal stenosis:
- Impressive series of MR images illustrate both common and unusual findings, helping to enhance conceptual understanding and sharpen diagnostic perception.
- Clinical findings and progression are covered in addition to MRI findings, helping the reader to appreciate the correlations between clinical and imaging findings.
- The role of diagnostic imaging is addressed for specific disorders, helping to foster the more discriminating use of imaging procedures in the lumbar spine.
The book concludes with a chapter on the current technique of performing CT-guided injections at the lumbar level.
..the images are beautifully reproduced. The other illustrations, which include line drawings and tables, are also done well. It is easy to identify the abnormalities in the cases. Each case study contains subsections that provide clinical presentation, illustrated findings, diagnosis, treatment, clinical course, and brief comments.This book can be of use to sports medicine physicians, and family physicians, as well as to some neurosurgeons and orthopedic surgeons who treat patients with lumbar spinal stenosis and herniated disks. --Radiology May 24--clear and very well presented. . .high-quality MR images. . .highly recommended for residents, neuroscience fellows, and those interested in disc protrusion and extrusion. . .This book is truly a teaching atlas. -- Journal of Clinical Imaging
