This volume provides a comprehensive overview of the countless MRI applications in the evaluation and diagnosis of the musculoskeletal system, introducing a brand new set of chapters on CAD applications. Imaging of Musculoskeletal System and Special Applications to CAD, Second Edition , includes revised contents and high-quality images in an easy- to- understand resource to perform and interpret quality musculoskeletal MRI. From spine pathologies to muscles and soft tissues, this guide helps the radiologist in acquiring the most reliable and complete imaging information to achieve the best diagnostic results. The authors also presents pediatric and fetal application of MRI and magnetic resonance guided focused ultrasound (MRgFUS) bones. Finally, this book also includes new chapters on, lower extremities (including knee – ankle – foot), shoulder and upper extremities (including elbow – wrist – hand), MR arthrography, and oncologic ablation technique MR based. It also includes CAD applications in the cardio-vascular,abdomen-GI system, gynecological system, breasts, and MSK. The book is part of the Magnetic Resonance Imaging, Second Edition set. This book is intended for students, radiologists and imaging specialists looking for a state-of-the-art reference in MRI. Luca Saba earned his MD from the University of Cagliari, Italy. Dr. Saba currently works at the Azienda Ospedaliero Universitaria of Cagliari. During his career, he has won 15 scientific and extracurricular awards, published more than 180 papers in high impact factor journals, presented more than 500 papers and posters at national and international congress events, he has edited 10 books, and reviewed more than 40 scientific journals. He is a member of the Italian Society of Medical Radiology, European Society of Radiology, Radiological Society of North America, American Roentgen Ray Society, and European Society of Neuroradiology.