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Imaging recommendation · Musculoskeletal

Painful total knee arthroplasty

Recommended: X-ray Knee + WBC-labeled scan or MRI MARS protocol is the preferred imaging study for painful total knee arthroplasty. Aspirate joint for infection.

Recommended study

X-ray Knee + WBC-labeled scan or MRI MARS protocol

XR No contrast Preferred Musculoskeletal Outpatient Reviewed

Aspirate joint for infection. Bone scan / WBC for loosening / infection.

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