Magnetic resonance imaging of peripheral joints in rheumatic diseases

摘要: The need for better methods than the conventional clinical, biochemical and radiographical examinations in management of inflammatory joint diseases is evident, since these are not sensitive or specific to early pathologies subtle changes. Magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) offers improved sensitivity destructive changes peripheral joints rheumatoid arthritis (RA) and, even though less well documented, other diseases. Good evidence available that MRI bone erosions represent true abnormalities predictors outcome RA. Similarly, there solid synovitis representing synovial inflammation being considerable practical, clinical radiological significance Describing encouraging current knowledge regarding diagnosis, monitoring prognosis, this chapter discusses potential use patients with suspected diagnosed diseases, as research priorities situations where could be suggested.