Magnetic resonance imaging in the foot and ankle.

The first image obtained in a live human with MR was performed in July 1977. It took 4 hours and 45 minutes to produce a single slice. Imaging devices became available routinely in late 1982 and early 1983.

Computed tomographic scanning of the foot and ankle.

Computed tomography (CT) has become the gold standard for cross-sectional imaging in the foot and ankle. The literature is full of studies and case reports where CT has definately elucidated osseous and soft-tissue pathology.

Special radiographic techniques in the evaluation of arthritic disease.

The radiographic modalities discussed in this article are useful adjunctive techniques in the evaluation of arthritic disease. None of these modalities should be considered for baseline study. Rather, they should be considered following plain film examination when further information is required.

Forefoot arthroplasty in the arthritic patient.

The forefoot arthroplasty procedure is frequently used in the patient with inflammatory arthritis. There is a multitude of considerations, both local and systemic, in these patients. As with other surgical procedures, it is important that the surgeon evaluate the patient as a whole.

Radiographic evaluation of transchondral dome fractures of the talus.

Transchondral fractures of the talar dome have been cited frequently in the literature. The number of radiographic techniques available for the evaluation of these lesions often leads to confusion for the physician. The authors discuss each of the radiographic modalities available for the assessment of this entity.