Rheumatoid nodules: MRI characteristics

Clin Imaging. 1998 May-Jun;22(3):216-9. doi: 10.1016/s0899-7071(97)00116-2.

Abstract

Rheumatoid nodules are not uncommon in patients with rheumatoid arthritis. Two patients with rheumatoid arthritis and rheumatoid nodules are described. The MRI characteristics and enhancement patterns of five nodules are examined.

Publication types

  • Case Reports
  • Research Support, U.S. Gov't, Non-P.H.S.

MeSH terms

  • Diagnosis, Differential
  • Female
  • Follow-Up Studies
  • Humans
  • Image Enhancement
  • Magnetic Resonance Imaging*
  • Middle Aged
  • Muscle, Skeletal / pathology
  • Rheumatoid Nodule / diagnosis*
  • Skin / pathology