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The use of MRI as a primary diagnostic tool for OA is not supported by the literature
August 2013
The use of MRI as a primary diagnostic tool for OA is not supported by the literature
Study Type:Meta analysis
OE Level Evidence:1
Journal Level of Evidence:N/A
The diagnostic performance of MRI in osteoarthritis: a systematic review and meta-analysis
Osteoarthritis Cartilage. 2012 Jan;20(1):13-21. Epub 2011 Oct 19Did you know you're eligible to earn 0.5 CME credits for reading this report? Click Here
Synopsis
The results from 16 studies were compiled to assess the effectiveness of MRI as a diagnostic tool for osteoarthritis (OA). Analysis of the compiled data indicated that MRI was not as effective a diagnostic tool as other methods currently employed. The additional cost of MRI in comparison to these methods makes it less desirable than traditional clinical assessment and radiography.
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