ROLE OF MRI IN EVALUATION OF TRAUMATIC KNEE INJURIES AMONG ADULTS; SEE YOUR KNEE BY AN EYE OF A RADIOLOGIST.

Abstract

Introduction: Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI) as a non-invasive imaging modality plays a vital role in assessment of a wide spectrum of internal knee derangements. The objective of this study is to characterise the pattern of internal derangement of knee joint using MRI, and determines the patient management. Method: This study is a tertiary care hospital based prospective diagnostic study which was conducted in the Department of Radio diagnosis, Indira Gandhi Government Medical College and Hospital, Nagpur. This study was conducted over 90 patients who were referred from various referral centres. First Magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) knee was performed and then these patients underwent Arthroscopy. MRI images are studied for evidence of injuries to the cruciate, menisci ligaments, collateral ligaments, tendons around the knee joint, uid collections, bony contusions and soft tissue injuries. Results: Out of 90 cases 71 are males 19 are females. Left knee is commonly involved accounting for 55 cases. Right knee is involved in 15 cases. Young patients are maximum in number who suffered from knee injuries which predominantly comprises age group of 21 to 40 years. The most common complaint of patients is pain and instability. Anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) injury is the most common injury followed by Medial meniscus injury. Interpretation And Conclusion: MRI is an extremely useful imaging modality for evaluation of knee injuries. It gives valuable information to the referring orthopaedician for planning the line of treatment in terms of conservative management or surgery.it is very accurate in detecting both intra and extra articular injuries.