Magnetic resonance imaging of knee arthropathies: A pictorial review

J Clin Orthop Trauma. 2024 Dec 16:61:102872. doi: 10.1016/j.jcot.2024.102872. eCollection 2025 Feb.

Abstract

A wide variety of degenerative, inflammatory and infective arthropathies with overlapping clinical features can involve the knee joint. Due to its excellent soft tissue contrast resolution and multiplanar capability, magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) plays a significant role in early and accurate diagnosis of various arthropathies. In this article, we have provided a brief review of MRI features of various arthropathies involving the knee joint.

Keywords: Arthropathy; Knee joint; Magnetic resonance imaging; Osteoarthritis; Rheumatoid arthritis; Septic arthritis.

Publication types

  • Review