Canada
A 48-year-old female asked:
Mri shows three lobulations in bone above knee. bone scan says everything ok. how could mri and bone scan show two different results?
2 doctor answers • 9 doctors weighed in
Dr. Paxton Danielanswered
Radiology 34 years experience
"Lobulations": is not medical diagnosis or useful information with regard to your MRI results. Please consult with your doctor regarding how your imaging results may (or may not) be relevant to your knee problems.
Created for people with ongoing healthcare needs but benefits everyone.
2.2k viewsAnswered >2 years ago
Dr. Peter Nefcyanswered
Radiology 41 years experience
Different studies: The meaning of "lobulations" in the bone on an MRI study is uncertain. This may mean an osteophyte, cortical thickening, old trauma, a normal variant, or something else. The bone scan measures bone chemistry and activity such as repair of the bone. When the bone scan is normal with these findings on MRI, it means normal bone chemistry, and indicates a non serious problem.
Created for people with ongoing healthcare needs but benefits everyone.
433 viewsReviewed >2 years ago
Last updated Jan 10, 2018
People also asked
Connect with a U.S. board-certified doctor by text or video anytime, anywhere.
24/7 visits - just $44!
50% off with $15/month membership
Disclaimer:
Content on HealthTap (including answers) should not be used for medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment, and interactions on HealthTap do not create a doctor-patient relationship. Never disregard or delay professional medical advice in person because of anything on HealthTap. Call your doctor or 911 if you think you may have a medical emergency.