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Radiological Insights into Sacroiliitis: A Narrative Review
Asma'a Al-Mnayyis1, Shrouq Obeidat2, Ammar Badr2
1Department of Clinical Sciences, Faculty of Medicine, Yarmouk University, Irbid 21163, Jordan.
Clinics and Practice
|January 22, 2024
Summary
Sacroiliitis, an inflammation of the sacroiliac joint, is a common cause of lower back pain. This review highlights imaging techniques and evolving treatments for sacroiliitis, including AI-driven detection and future therapies.
Area of Science:
- Radiology
- Orthopedics
- Rheumatology
Background:
- Sacroiliitis involves inflammation of the sacroiliac joint, a major contributor to lower back pain.
- It is diagnosed using imaging modalities such as radiography, MRI, and CT scans.
- Current treatments span conservative approaches to invasive interventions.
Purpose of the Study:
- To review current imaging techniques for sacroiliitis detection.
- To explore the spectrum of treatment options for sacroiliitis.
- To discuss emerging advancements in managing sacroiliitis.
Main Methods:
- A narrative review of English-language studies was performed.
- Literature search conducted on PubMed and Scopus databases.
- Focus on radiological aspects of sacroiliitis.
Main Results:
- Various imaging techniques are available for sacroiliitis diagnosis.
- Treatment strategies include physical therapy, medication, injections, and surgery.
- Artificial intelligence shows promise for precise detection.
- Future management may involve regenerative medicine and biologics.
Conclusions:
- Imaging plays a crucial role in diagnosing sacroiliitis.
- A multimodal approach is often necessary for effective treatment.
- Advancements in AI, regenerative medicine, and biologics offer promising future therapeutic avenues, particularly for conditions like ankylosing spondylitis.
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