Fundamentals of Skeletal Radiology
- 6th Edition - March 25, 2026
- Latest edition
- Author: Kenneth S. Lee
- Language: English
Through five outstanding editions, thousands of radiology residents, students, and clinicians have trusted the “pink book” for authoritative, easy-to-understand guidance on sk… Read more
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Description
Description
Through five outstanding editions, thousands of radiology residents, students, and clinicians have trusted the “pink book” for authoritative, easy-to-understand guidance on skeletal imaging. Fundamentals of Skeletal Radiology, 6th Edition, continues to be the ideal first book for essential information in this fast-changing field. It provides an authoritative introduction to x-rays, MRI, CT, and US, offering a quick, effective review of musculoskeletal imaging in a concise, easy-to-read style.
Key features
Key features
- Depicts musculoskeletal imaging concepts and techniques through hundreds of high-quality digital radiographs, MRIs, CT, bone scan, and US images—many new to this edition
- Uses a succinct, highly accessible writing style for easy, straightforward understanding of complex material, including the latest research and technological advances
- Provides extensive coverage of MRI of the spine and joints, including imaging protocols, common pathologies, and detailed specifics on reading and interpretation
- Presents full-color imaging examples to help you discern subtleties and nuances for efficient and accurate interpretation
- Discusses key topics such as radiation dosage concerns, early detection, how to avoid unnecessary exams, and common skeletal conditions, including a chapter on trauma
- An eBook version is included with purchase. The eBook allows you to access all of the text, figures, and references, with the ability to search, make notes and highlights, and have content read aloud. Additional digital ancillary content may publish up to 6 weeks following the publication date
Readership
Readership
Radiology residents; practicing MSK radiologists
Table of contents
Table of contents
1 Trauma
2 Imaging Features of Bone Tumors
3 Bone Tumors Radiologists Should Know
4 Bone Tumor Mimics
5 Arthritis
6 Metabolic Bone Disease and Miscellaneous
7 Musculoskeletal Ultrasound of the Tendon
8 Basics of Fluoroscopic-Guided Joint Injections
9 Magnetic Resonance Imaging of the Knee
10 Magnetic Resonance Imaging of the Shoulder
11 Magnetic Resonance Imaging of the Lumbar Spine
2 Imaging Features of Bone Tumors
3 Bone Tumors Radiologists Should Know
4 Bone Tumor Mimics
5 Arthritis
6 Metabolic Bone Disease and Miscellaneous
7 Musculoskeletal Ultrasound of the Tendon
8 Basics of Fluoroscopic-Guided Joint Injections
9 Magnetic Resonance Imaging of the Knee
10 Magnetic Resonance Imaging of the Shoulder
11 Magnetic Resonance Imaging of the Lumbar Spine
Review quotes
Review quotes
Review of the previous edition:
"This book is a valuable resource for residents that presents an easy-to-digest, consolidated overview of common pathology they will encounter on their first rotation. This book is uniquely approachable to a new radiology resident and a valuable resource, warranting appropriate updating and online availability." --Rachel Zimmerman Bass, MD (University of Alabama at Birmingham) Doody's Review Service
"This book is a valuable resource for residents that presents an easy-to-digest, consolidated overview of common pathology they will encounter on their first rotation. This book is uniquely approachable to a new radiology resident and a valuable resource, warranting appropriate updating and online availability." --Rachel Zimmerman Bass, MD (University of Alabama at Birmingham) Doody's Review Service
Product details
Product details
- Edition: 6
- Latest edition
- Published: June 8, 2026
- Language: English
About the author
About the author
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Kenneth S. Lee
Affiliations and expertise
Professor and Division Chief of Musculoskeletal Imaging & Intervention Radiology, Director, Musculoskeletal Ultrasound, University of Wisconsin School of Medicine and Public Health, Madison, Wisconsin, USA