ABSTRACT

This article examines the importance of radiological imaging in the diagnosis and management of inflammatory spinal diseases. Conditions such as ankylosing spondylitis, psoriatic arthritis, and rheumatoid arthritis frequently cause spine pathologies. Computed tomography (CT) and magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) are critical tools in diagnosing these diseases. While CT provides detailed imaging of bone structures, MRI, with its high soft tissue resolution, detects early inflammatory changes. MRI also plays a significant role in distinguishing between infectious and non-infectious spinal diseases. This article highlights how radiological findings relate to clinical symptoms and influence treatment strategies. In conclusion, MRI and CT are indispensable in the diagnosis and management of inflammatory spinal diseases, and clinicians must effectively utilize these tools to enhance diagnostic accuracy.