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  • Title: Imaging in Gout and Other Crystal-Related Arthropathies.
    Author: Omoumi P, Zufferey P, Malghem J, So A.
    Journal: Rheum Dis Clin North Am; 2016 Nov; 42(4):621-644. PubMed ID: 27742018.
    Abstract:
    In this article, the authors consider the manifestations of intraarticular and periarticular crystal deposits. Most cases of crystal deposits are asymptomatic and represent incidental findings at imaging. In symptomatic arthropathies, imaging can play an important role in the diagnosis and assessment of disease progression and the extent of crystal deposits. Conventional radiography is the most common imaging modality. But ultrasound, conventional computerized tomography (CT), dual-energy CT, and MRI play an increasing role. The authors review typical radiographic features of crystal-induced arthropathies and findings that help to differentiate them. The authors also emphasize the increasing role of complementary imaging techniques.
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