Magnetic Resonance Arthrogram Improves Visualization of Hip Capsular Defects in Patients Undergoing Previous Hip Arthroscopy

Magnetic Resonance Imaging and Magnetic Resonance Arthrography Are Both Reliable and Similar When Measuring Hip Capsule Thickness in Patients With Femoroacetabular Impingement Syndrome

“…Studies performed in the past have demonstrated that MRA is more sensitive in diagnosing capsular defects than MRI when looking at preoperative imaging compared to intraoperative findings. 20 Other studies have also shown that MRA is the modality of choice for the identification of labral tears, cartilaginous lesions, and intra-articular foreign bodies. 21 , 22 Additionally, MRA has also been shown to be effective in assessing intracapsular volume, which is not possible in MRI alone.…”

“…However, other studies have demonstrated that MRA is not only more expensive than MRI, but also that side effects such as joint pain, swelling, fatigue, and headaches are also common complications of this invasive procedure. 19 , 20 , 24 …”