Imaging of bones, joints, and soft tissues
Expansion
Musculoskeletal
Purpose
General term for skeletal imaging across all modalities
Clinical Context
MSK radiology includes plain films, ultrasound, CT, and MRI. Plain radiographs are first-line for fractures, OA, and bone lesions.
Related Terms
- Bone scan:
- MRI:
- CT:
Key Points
- X-ray is first-line MSK imaging; MRI for soft tissue and marrow; ultrasound for tendons