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Educational Exhibit
Keywords:
Musculoskeletal spine, Pelvis, Musculoskeletal joint, MR, Diagnostic procedure, Computer Applications-Detection, diagnosis, Inflammation, Arthritides, Acute
Authors:
R. E. Coroiu1, A. M. Calin2, M.-M. Tamas3; 1Cluj /RO, 2Cluj-Napoca/RO, 3Cluj/RO
DOI:
10.1594/ecr2017/C-1795
Conclusion
Developments and improvements in knowledge are rapid and ongoing in both the radiologic and rheumatologic fields.
During the past decade,
in particular,
many changes have occurred with regard to the roles of imaging and the radiologist in the assessment and management of the ankylosing spondylitis.
Familiarity with classification criteria,
in addition to the traditional diagnostic characteristics of the disease,
allows for a more productive interface between the radiologist and the rheumatologist.
The goal of contemporary Ankylosing Spondylitis (AS) management is to redefine AS as a disease that is no longer characterized by spine ankylosing,
which reflect established or long- standing untreated disease.
More data on the natural history of the disease,
its triggers and preventive factors,
and,
particularly,
further understanding of the mechanisms of inflammation and subsequent new bone formation are imperative for the development of new treatment strategies for patients with nrAxSpA patients.