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Radiologists are doctors who specialise in interpreting a wide range of diagnostic imaging tests and procedures or treatments that involve the use of X-rays, ultrasound, and other internal scanning methods. Radiologists typically work closely with GPs and other medical professionals to diagnose your medical problem or symptom utilising images of your body.
Musculoskeletal radiology involves imaging of bone and joint abnormalities, including orthopedic, rheumatologic and traumatic conditions. Conventional X-rays and fluoroscopy, allowing for direct observation of motion or guiding the placement of needles and treatment devices, have been the primary technologies of musculoskeletal radiologists for decades.
However, many new “advanced imaging techniques” include computed tomography (CT), magnetic resonance imaging (MRI), and ultrasound have been perfected in the last 20 years or so. CT provides a detailed picture of the anatomy of bone and the changes resulting from conditions such as injury, infection or tumor. MRI allows for a much more precise diagnosis of bone and soft tissue conditions as it can provide detailed anatomic images and highly accurate detection of problems.
Ultrasound is also used by radiologists to study the anatomy and function of the soft tissue around bones and joints, so they can directly observe function as the patient moves in a real-time setting and identify masses that may need monitoring or treatment. Various imaging techniques to guide biopsies or treatment using a percutaneous approach make it possible to avoid hospitalization, general anesthesia and surgery for many conditions.
