Ankylosing spondylitis CT
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Editor-In-Chief: C. Michael Gibson, M.S., M.D. [1]
Overview
The term ankylosing is derived from the Greek word ankylos, meaning stiffening of a joint.CT allows direct visualization of the abnormalities in peripheral and axial joints.CT has resulted in a major improvement in the evaluation and management of patients with AS.Findings on CT scan suggestive of ankylosing spondylitis include (erosion, osteoporosis / sclerosis, and new bone formation.