Today, the diagnosis of bone marrow edema (BME) can no longer be classified as a "benign, self-limiting condition." Rather, the BME syndrome is considered a warning sign for the potential progression into prolonged, painful conditions (e.g., CRPS) or even osteonecrosis, which may ultimately require joint replacement surgery. A clinical and radiological classification of local BME using MRI therefore holds particular prognostic significance.

Whereas in the past, drilling into the edematous area was considered the "treatment of choice," today there are effective medications, biophysical procedures, and combination therapies available that can lead to the resolution of the edema and the underlying condition.

The four authors of the book Bone Marrow Edema have placed great emphasis on a multidisciplinary perspective in addressing the clinical specialties involved in the diagnosis and treatment of BME. Relevant disciplines such as internal medicine, hematology and oncology, osteology, orthopedics, traumatology and sports medicine, as well as radiology and pharmacology, are expertly covered.

Multidisciplinary approach Diagnosis and prognosis using MRI Pharmacological treatment recommendations

Autorentext
Reiner Bartl ist seit 1982 Professor für Innere Medizin an der Ludwig-Maximilians-Universität (LMU) mit dem Schwerpunkt Knochenmarksdiagnostik, klinische Hämatologie (Multiples Myelom) und Onkologie (Mammakarzinom). Seit 2003 Gründung des "Bayerischen Osteoporosezentrums" an der LMU. Seit 2009 Etablierung des "Osteoporosezentrums München am Dom" mit den Schwerpunkten Osteoporose und Knochenmarködem-Syndrom.

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Anatomy and Physiology of the Bone-Bone Marrow System.- Definitions, Forms and Pathogenesis of BME.- Imaging Diagnostics of BME in Radiology.- Options and Strategies in the Therapy of BMES.- BME in Internal Medicine and Oncology.- BME and BMES in Orthopedics and Traumatology.- CRPS in Orthopedics and Neurology.- Appendix.