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Vertebral osteomyelitis MRI
Introduction
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Overview
Overview
MRI scans do not expose the patient to radiation and are highly sensitive to changes in the size and appearance of the intervertebral discs; however, findings on the MRI scan may be confused with other conditions such as the presence of tumors or bone fractures.
References
References
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