British Journal of Radiology 75 (2002),785 © 2002 The British Institute of Radiology
Musculoskeletal Imaging Companion. By T H Berquist, pp. 944, 2002 (Lippincott Williams and Wilkins, Philadelphia, PA), £54.00 ISBN 0-7817-3656-0
M Wessely
The "Musculoskeletal Imaging Companion" has illustrated that it is possible to include the most important aspects of this diverse and complex subject in a quick and easy reference guide. Each chapter initially identifies standard protocols for the various imaging modalities for specific regions. The most common and clinically relevant pathologics are then addressed and may be accompanied with the relevant detailed anatomical illustration. The quality of the text is clear, concise and relevant to the reader.
The success of this book is based on the numerous detailed images that are utilized, which provide an excellent learning resource for both the medical student and resident level of training. This simple and easy to use book is an excellent reference source for any individual requiring a text that bridges the gap between superb quality images and a review of the clinical relevance of particular radiological findings as well as appropriate follow-up. For the resident, the summaries that this text provides helps to solidify the most important details pertaining to a condition, followed by the appropriate imaging study with informative captions.
This "companion" is strongly recommended for those involved in ordering and interpreting basic and advanced musculoskeletal imaging.
