Author : Shahid Hassan
Publisher : Jaypee Brothers,Medical Publishers Pvt. Limited
ISBN 13 : 9789351522492
Total Pages : 174 pages
Book Rating : 4.5/5 (224 download)
Book Synopsis Diagnostic Aids in Temporomandibular Joint Disorders by : Shahid Hassan
Download or read book Diagnostic Aids in Temporomandibular Joint Disorders written by Shahid Hassan and published by Jaypee Brothers,Medical Publishers Pvt. Limited. This book was released on 2014-07-30 with total page 174 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Temporomandibular joint disorders (TJDs) are problems that affect the joint between the lower jaw and the base of the skull. A TJD is not usually a serious condition, but symptoms can impact significantly on quality of life (NHS Choices). This book is a practical guide to diagnostic aids for temporomandibular joint disorders, to help trainees and practitioners select appropriate treatment plans. Beginning with an introduction to the anatomy of the temporomandibular joint (TMJ) and classification of associated disorders, the following chapters describe different diagnostic techniques including computed tomography (CT), plain film imaging, arthrography (injection of contrast material into the joint followed by X-Ray, MRI or CT), and nuclear medicine imaging. The final chapters examine special cases such as imaging of the TMJ in rheumatic disease and in juvenile rheumatoid arthritis. Key points Practical guide to diagnostic aids for temporomandibular joint disorders Covers different imaging techniques Covers TMJ imaging in special cases Includes more than 100 images