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Published in: Arthritis Research & Therapy 5/2003

01-10-2003 | Commentary

The value of sensitive imaging modalities in rheumatoid arthritis

Author: Peter C Taylor

Published in: Arthritis Research & Therapy | Issue 5/2003

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Abstract

X-ray evaluation of rheumatoid joints is relatively inexpensive, is widely available and has standardised methods for interpretation. It also has limitations, including the inability to reliably determine structural change in less than 6–12 months, the need for experienced readers to interpret images and the limited acceptance of this technique in routine clinical practice. High-frequency ultrasound, with or without power Doppler, and magnetic resonance imaging of rheumatoid joints permit an increasingly refined analysis of anatomic detail. However, further research using these sensitive imaging technologies is required to delineate pathophysiological correlates of imaging abnormalities and to standardise methods for assessment.
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Metadata
Title
The value of sensitive imaging modalities in rheumatoid arthritis
Author
Peter C Taylor
Publication date
01-10-2003
Publisher
BioMed Central
Published in
Arthritis Research & Therapy / Issue 5/2003
Electronic ISSN: 1478-6362
DOI
https://doi.org/10.1186/ar794

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