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Please could someone explain what the meaning is for -sclerotic changes -cortical irregularity these are from a mri of the si joints. do they mean erosions or scelorsis. thankyou?
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For bone and joint abnormal findings, sclerosis is different from erosion. Yes, the report means sclerotic, not eroded change.
Answered 3/22/2023
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