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Imaging of the navicular.

Joseph A Sizensky¹, Richard M Marks

¹Penn State Milton S. Hershey Medical Center, Orthopaedics and Rehabilitation, P.O. Box 850, Hershey, PA 17033-0850, USA.

Foot and Ankle Clinics

|April 6, 2004

Summary

This article outlines a strategic approach to diagnosing navicular pathology using conventional radiography and advanced imaging like MRI, CT, and Nuclear Medicine Imaging (NMI). Combining these methods ensures accurate diagnosis of navicular conditions.

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Area of Science:

Orthopedic imaging
Diagnostic radiology

Background:

Navicular pathology can be challenging to diagnose.
Accurate diagnosis is crucial for effective treatment.

Purpose of the Study:

To present a rational approach to imaging navicular pathology.
To discuss the utility of various imaging modalities.

Main Methods:

Review of conventional radiographic imaging techniques, indications, and limitations.
Presentation of advanced imaging techniques: MRI, CT, and NMI.
Discussion on the combined use of imaging modalities.

Main Results:

Conventional radiography has specific indications, techniques, and limitations.
Advanced imaging (MRI, CT, NMI) plays a significant role in diagnosis.
Integration of plain and advanced imaging leads to accurate diagnoses.

Conclusions:

A systematic approach combining conventional and advanced imaging is effective.
Appropriate use of imaging modalities ensures accurate diagnosis of navicular pathology.

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