Post-Surgery Thoracic Back Pain: Should You Order Radiographs, CT, or MRI First?
ACR-guided imaging workflow for Adult. Thoracic back pain without or with myelopathy or radiculopathy. Post thoracic spine surgery. Follow-up imaging. (Tho
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What Imaging Is Next for Thoracic Back Pain with an Abnormal Radiograph?
ACR-guided imaging workflow for Adult. Thoracic back pain without or with myelopathy or radiculopathy. Radiograph shows bone destruction or fracture or spi
Which Imaging Study Is Best for Thoracic Back Pain with Suspected Cancer or Infection?
ACR-guided imaging workflow for Adult. Thoracic back pain without or with myelopathy or radiculopathy. One or more of the following: suspicion of cancer, i
Should You Order Radiographs or MRI for Thoracic Pain with Fracture Risk?
ACR-guided imaging workflow for Adult. Thoracic back pain without or with myelopathy or radiculopathy. One or more of the following: low-velocity trauma, o
What Is the Right First Imaging Study for Thoracic Back Pain with Neurologic Deficits?
ACR-guided imaging workflow for Adult. Thoracic back pain with myelopathy or radiculopathy. Initial imaging. (Thoracic Back Pain): recommended study, diffe
What Imaging Should You Order for Chronic Thoracic Back Pain Without Red Flags?
ACR-guided imaging workflow for Adult. Subacute or chronic thoracic back pain without myelopathy or radiculopathy. No red flags. Failed conservative manage
Why Is Imaging Usually Avoided for Acute Thoracic Back Pain Without Red Flags?
ACR-guided imaging workflow for Adult. Acute thoracic back pain without myelopathy or radiculopathy. No red flags. No prior management. Initial imaging. (T
Should You Order Ultrasound or MRI for Acute Elbow Pain with Suspected Soft Tissue Injury?
ACR-guided imaging workflow for Adult. Acute elbow or forearm pain. Suspect tendon or ligament or muscle injury. Radiographs normal or indeterminate. Next
What Is the Next Step for Suspected Elbow Fracture with Normal Initial X-Rays?
ACR-guided imaging workflow for Adult. Acute elbow or forearm pain. Suspect fracture. Radiographs normal or indeterminate. Next imaging study. (Acute Elbow
What Is the Best Initial Imaging for Acute Elbow or Forearm Pain in Adults?
ACR-guided imaging workflow for Adult. Acute elbow or forearm pain. Initial imaging. (Acute Elbow and Forearm Pain): recommended study, differential, downs