Key result
A well-structured MRI report for rotator cuff disorders should detail anatomic structures, specific tendon injuries, tear size, tendon retraction, and muscle fatty degeneration.
Provides guidance on structuring MRI reports for rotator cuff disorders to ensure all surgically relevant anatomic and pathological details are communicated.
May support structured rotator cuff MRI reporting; leaves open prospective validation of surgical impact.
Evaluation of rotator cuff is a common indication for magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) scanning of the shoulder. Conventional MRI is the most commonly used technique, while magnetic resonance (MR) arthrography is reserved for certain cases. Rotator cuff disorders are thought to be caused by a combination of internal and external mechanisms. A well-structured MRI report should comment on the relevant anatomic structures including the acromial type and orientation, the presence of os acromiale, acromio-clavicular degenerative spurs and fluid in the subacromial subdeltoid bursa. In addition, specific injuries of the rotator cuff tendons and the condition of the long head of biceps should be accurately reported. The size and extent of tendon tears, tendon retraction and fatty degeneration or atrophy of the muscles are all essential components of a surgically relevant MRI report.
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Ahmed M. Tawfik (2014) conducted a review in Rotator cuff disorders. Magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) reporting was evaluated. A well-structured MRI report for rotator cuff disorders should detail anatomic structures, specific tendon injuries, tear size, tendon retraction, and muscle fatty degeneration.
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