Orthopedic Imaging

Orthopedic imaging relies on X-ray, MRI and CT to diagnose disorders and injuries affecting the bones, muscles, ligaments, tendons, cartilage, and spine. Orthopedists also use these test results to create an effective treatment plan.

Shoulder ultrasound effectively detects insulin resistance, even before abnormal labs
POCUS could represent a quick, easy and affordable way to detect signs of insulin resistance before it progresses into diabetes, researchers suggest.
Certain knee injections may cause osteoarthritis to progress more rapidly, new MRI data suggest
These new findings may lead to more “judicious use” of corticosteroids in pain management.
MSK team achieves 0% sedation rate for pediatric MRI
Almost 2,000 children underwent musculoskeletal MRI over an eight-year stretch at the Hospital for Special Surgery, and not a single one of them needed sedation to get through the exam.
New radiotracer has 'incredible potential' to improve management of spinal cord injuries
Experts hope the information gained from their research could help providers better determine whether patients will regain mobility after sustaining an injury.
Deep learning model enables routine radiographs to be used for osteoporosis screening
Many people with low bone mineral density are not aware of their condition because they fail to get screened through DXA or are not eligible due to age.

Diagnosing osteoporosis using a deep-radiomics-based approach

Researchers have developed deep-radiomics-based models capable of predicting osteoporosis with high accuracy and without need for DXA imaging.

Crowdsourced X-rays suitable for training AI in orthopedic injuries

The Internet is an acceptable source of images for training algorithms to automatically triage patients with dislocated joints and similar orthopedic emergencies.

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Recognizing intimate partner violence injuries on imaging before they escalate

“These findings emphasize the importance of early recognition of IPV and timely intervention to prevent further harm to the victim,” authors of research published in Academic Radiology cautioned.

Evidence points to optimal MRI sequence for detecting insufficiency fractures

Because sacral insufficiency fractures do not always show a fracture line, they can be difficult to diagnose or even misdiagnosed as bone metastasis, which could result in additional treatments like radio-chemotherapy.

Researchers cite safety concerns after uncovering 'harmful behavior' of fracture-detecting AI model

A study in Lancet Digital Health reports that a previously validated, high performing AI model committed troublesome errors when confronted with atypical anatomy.

Joint replacements significantly increase radiation exposure to interventionalists

Experts urged physicians to take extra protective measures when in the presence of metal protheses during procedures and to be vigilant in shielding their eyes from additional exposure.

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AI assists radiologists in detecting fractures, improves workflow

Research published recently in Radiology found comparable sensitivity and specificity between artificial intelligence and clinicians for fracture detection.

Minimally invasive interventional radiology procedure delivers relief to OA patients

Research found that 68% of patients who underwent a GAE procedure experienced significant reductions in pain and improved overall function.

Orthopedic Imaging

Shoulder ultrasound effectively detects insulin resistance, even before abnormal labs

Certain knee injections may cause osteoarthritis to progress more rapidly, new MRI data suggest

MSK team achieves 0% sedation rate for pediatric MRI

New radiotracer has 'incredible potential' to improve management of spinal cord injuries

Deep learning model enables routine radiographs to be used for osteoporosis screening