Radiodiagnosis Quiz

Which imaging technique is best for visualizing fractures, bone lesions, and joint space narrowing?

• MRI

• CT

• Ultrasonography

• X-Ray

What is the typical distribution of osteoarthritis in the hands?

• Shoulder

• Ankle

• DIPs, PIPs, CMC of thumb

• Hips, Knees, Back

What is the main cause of Rheumatoid Arthritis?

• Inflammation & thickening of the joint synovium

• High uric acid level in blood

• Phosphate deficiency

• Vitamin D deficiency

What are the radiographic signs of Gouty Arthritis?

• Fraying

• Marginal erosions

• Juxtaarticular punched out erosions

• Osteopenia

What is the main feature of Rickets on X-ray?

• Cupping

• Joint swelling

• Osteopenia

• Splaying

What are the radiographic signs of Septic Arthritis?

• Tophi

• Subchondral sclerosis

• Osteophyte formation

• Joint space loss

Which imaging tool is best for taking a 2-dimensional image of a 3-dimensional structure?

• CT

• MRI

• Scintigraphy

• X-Ray

What is the main feature of Osteoarthritis at the shoulder?

• Glenohumeral OA usually secondary to rotator cuff disease

• Joint space narrowing

• Osteophyte formation

• Subchondral sclerosis