scholarly journals Diagnosis of cerebral ventriculomegaly in felines using 0.25 Tesla and 3 Tesla magnetic resonance imaging

2018 ◽  
Vol 63 (No. 1) ◽  
pp. 28-35 ◽  
Author(s):  
P. Przyborowska ◽  
Z. Adamiak ◽  
P. Holak ◽  
Y. Zhalniarovich ◽  
WS Maksymowicz
Keyword(s):  
Magnetic Resonance Imaging ◽  
Magnetic Resonance ◽  
High Field ◽  
Ventricular Volume ◽  
Magnetic Resonance Images ◽  
Magnetic Resonance Imaging Scan ◽  
Resonance Imaging ◽  
Low Field ◽  
Body Weights ◽  
The Brain

Twenty European shorthair cats with neurological disorders, aged 1–3 years and with body weights of 2.6–4.05 kg, were studied in low-field and high-field magnetic resonance imaging systems. Aims of the study were to evaluate the dilation of lateral ventricles in the examined population of cats with the use of quantitative analysis methods and to identify any differences in the results of low- and high-field magnetic resonance imaging. The average brain height was determined to 27.3 mm, and the average volume of the brain was 10 699.7 mm<sup>3</sup>. Moderately enlarged ventricles were observed in 16 symptomatic cats. Moderate unilateral enlargement was observed in one cat. Mild ventricular asymmetry was described in four animals. The average difference in ventricular height between measurements obtained in low- and high-field magnetic resonance imaging was 0.37 ± 0.16% and for ventricular volume it was 0.62 ± 0.29%. The magnetic resonance imaging scan did not reveal statistically significant differences in brain height or volume between healthy and cats with ventriculomegaly. The differences in the results of low- and high-field magnetic resonance imaging were not statistically significant. Described findings could facilitate the interpretation of magnetic resonance images in cats with ventriculomegaly or hydrocephalus.

Cerebral and Brain Stem Changes After ECT Revealed by Nuclear Magnetic Resonance Imaging

1987 ◽  
Vol 151 (1) ◽  
pp. 69-71 ◽  
Author(s):  
A. J. Mander ◽  
A. Whitfield ◽  
D. M. Kean ◽  
M. A. Smith ◽  
R. H. B. Douglas ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Magnetic Resonance Imaging ◽  
Nuclear Magnetic Resonance ◽  
Relaxation Time ◽  
Major Depression ◽  
Magnetic Resonance ◽  
Magnetic Resonance Images ◽  
Resonance Imaging ◽  
The Brain ◽  
Nuclear Magnetic

Nuclear magnetic resonance images of the brain were obtained in fourteen patients with major depression during a course of ECT. The T1, relaxation time rose immediately after the fit reaching a maximum 4–6 h later. The T1, values then returned to their original level; no long-term increase occurred over the course of treatment. These results are consistent with an extensive but temporary breakdown of the blood-brain barrier during ECT.

Evaluation of Magnetic Resonance Imaging Responsiveness in Active Psoriatic Arthritis at Multiple Timepoints during the First 12 Weeks of Antitumor Necrosis Factor Therapy

2015 ◽  
Vol 43 (1) ◽  
pp. 75-80 ◽  
Author(s):  
Marie Feletar ◽  
Stephen Hall ◽  
Paul Bird
Keyword(s):  
Magnetic Resonance Imaging ◽  
Psoriatic Arthritis ◽  
Magnetic Resonance ◽  
High Field ◽  
Early Response ◽  
Resonance Imaging ◽  
Low Field ◽  
Low Field Mri ◽  
Magnetic Resonance Imaging Mri ◽  
Necrosis Factor

Objective.To assess the responsiveness of high- and low-field extremity magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) variables at multiple timepoints in the first 12 weeks post-antitumor necrosis factor (anti-TNF) therapy initiation in patients with psoriatic arthritis (PsA) and active dactylitis.Methods.Twelve patients with active PsA and clinical evidence of dactylitis involving at least 1 digit were recruited. Patients underwent sequential high-field conventional (1.5 Tesla) and extremity low-field MRI (0.2 Tesla) of the affected hand or foot, pre- and postgadolinium at baseline (pre-TNF), 2 weeks (post-TNF), 6 weeks, and 12 weeks. A blinded observer scored all images on 2 occasions using the PsA MRI scoring system.Results.Eleven patients completed the study, but only 6 patients completed all high-field and low-field MRI assessments. MRI scores demonstrated rapid response to TNF inhibition with score reduction in tenosynovitis, synovitis, and osteitis at 2 weeks. Intraobserver reliability was good to excellent for all variables. High-field MRI demonstrated greater sensitivity to tenosynovitis, synovitis, and osteitis and greater responsiveness to change posttreatment. Treatment responses were maintained to 12 weeks.Conclusion.This study demonstrates the use of MRI in detecting early response to biologic therapy. MRI variables of tenosynovitis, synovitis, and osteitis demonstrated responsiveness posttherapy with high-field scores more responsive to change than low-field scores.

Surgical Resection of Intrinsic Brain Stem Lesions: An Overview

Neurosurgery ◽  
1990 ◽  
Vol 27 (5) ◽  
pp. 789-798 ◽  
Author(s):  
Dan S. Heffez ◽  
James S. Zinreich ◽  
Donlin M. Long
Keyword(s):  
Magnetic Resonance Imaging ◽  
Magnetic Resonance ◽  
Brain Stem ◽  
Magnetic Resonance Imaging Scan ◽  
Resonance Imaging ◽  
Aggressive Approach ◽  
Brain Stem Lesions ◽  
Stem Lesions ◽  
Mass Lesions ◽  
The Brain

Abstract A major limitation to the effective treatment of intrinsic mass lesions of the brain stem has been the inability to clearly define the pathological anatomy radiographically. The improved soft tissue resolution offered by magnetic resonance imaging, as compared with axial computed tomography, now makes it possible not only to accurately distinguish anatomical relationships, but also to predict the pathological nature of the lesion. Accordingly, we have been encouraged to pursue a more aggressive approach to intrinsic lesions of the brain stem that appear well circumscribed on magnetic resonance imaging scan. The object of this paper is to report the successfuly treatment of four intrinsic lesions of the brain stem and to present an overview of the relevant published experience.

scholarly journals Comparison of High-field and Low-field Magnetic Resonance Imaging of Stifle Joint Disorders in Dogs

2016 ◽  
Vol 19 (3) ◽  
pp. 663-670 ◽  
Author(s):  
A. Przeworski ◽  
Z. Adamiak ◽  
J. Głodek
Keyword(s):  
Magnetic Resonance Imaging ◽  
Magnetic Resonance ◽  
High Field ◽  
Cruciate Ligament ◽  
Resonance Imaging ◽  
Cranial Cruciate Ligament ◽  
Stifle Joint ◽  
Low Field ◽  
Secondary Damage ◽  
Magnetic Strength

AbstractThe most common cause of hindlimb lameness in dogs is cranial cruciate ligament rupture. In 48-77.3% of the population this trauma leads to secondary damage of the meniscus. Depending on the magnetic strength of the used device, different diagnostic accuracy can be achieved. The examination sensitivity of magnetic resonance imaging is affected by many factors which are independent of diagnostic strength, such as correct positioning of the patient, size of the stifle joint examined, or selection of the right protocol of sequences. Sensitivity of meniscus damage detection was 100% and 90%, respectively, in high- and low-field magnetic resonance. The best results were reported during examination of the stifle in dogs above 10 kg b.w. at a flexion angle of 145°, and in sagittal and dorsal planes. Regardless of the magnetic strength applied, imaging of the whole cranial cruciate ligament is difficult. Moreover, MRI allows the detection of the first signs of osteoarthritis, which were observed 4 and 6 weeks after rupture of the cranial cruciate ligament using high and low-field MRI. This also applies to lesions in the subchondral bone or a bone marrow which occurred in association with insufficiency of the stifle joint, and were mainly localized in the epiphysis of the femur and tibia. The present article provides a comparison of different examination protocols and images of damaged stifle structures, such as menisci, ligaments and bones of the stifle joint visualized with low-field and high-field magnetic resonance. Magnetic resonance arthrography is also discussed.

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