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Mechanism of traumatic knee injuries and MRI findings

Authors: P. Ciuffreda, M. Lelario, P. Milillo, R. Vinci, F. Coppolino, L. P. Stoppino, E. A. Genovese, L. Macarini

Published in: MUSCULOSKELETAL SURGERY | Special Issue 2/2013

Abstract

Bone bruises are focal abnormalities in subchondral bone marrow due to trabecular microfractures as a result of traumatic force. These trauma-induced lesions are better detected with magnetic resonance (MR) imaging using water-sensitive sequences. Moreover, the pattern of bone bruise is distinctive and allows us to understand the dynamics of trauma and to predict associated soft injuries. This article discusses the mechanism of traumatic injury and MR findings.

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Title: Mechanism of traumatic knee injuries and MRI findings
Authors: P. Ciuffreda
M. Lelario
P. Milillo
R. Vinci
F. Coppolino
L. P. Stoppino
E. A. Genovese
L. Macarini
Publication date: 01-08-2013
Publisher: Springer Milan
Published in: MUSCULOSKELETAL SURGERY / Issue Special Issue 2/2013
Print ISSN: 2035-5106
Electronic ISSN: 2035-5114
DOI: https://doi.org/10.1007/s12306-013-0279-7

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