Imaging for Nonarthritic Hip Pathology

Am J Orthop (Belle Mead NJ). 2017 Jan/Feb;46(1):17-22.

Abstract

Diagnostic imaging is an essential aspect of the work-up for nonarthritic hip pain. This review, a comprehensive summary of orthopedic diagnostic imaging for nonarthritic hip pathology, includes the modalities of radiographs, computed tomography, and magnetic resonance imaging. The use of each modality in the work-up for nonarthritic hip pain is discussed.

Publication types

  • Review

MeSH terms

  • Hip Joint / diagnostic imaging*
  • Humans
  • Magnetic Resonance Imaging / methods*
  • Radiography / methods*
  • Tomography, X-Ray Computed / methods*