scholarly journals The place of magnetic resonance tomography in diagnosis of discogenic cervical myelopathy

1995 ◽  
Vol XXVII (1-2) ◽  
pp. 21-24
Author(s):  
A. Y. Makarov ◽  
А. V. Kholin ◽  
D. V. Gurevich
Keyword(s):  
Magnetic Resonance ◽  
Field Strength ◽  
Cross Section ◽  
Cervical Myelopathy ◽  
Magnetic Resonance Tomography ◽  
Spinal Marrow ◽  
T1 And T2 ◽  
Objective Detection

The data on complex examination using MRT techniques (T1 and T2 weighted sagittal and cross section tomograms in the tomograph with 0,04 T field strength) for examination of 45 patients suspected in cervical ische mic myelopathy are given. In 27 patients with clinically confirmed diagnosis of myelopathy the compression of spinal marrow was found. MRT is the most informative techique allowing the objective detection of the causes of compressive ischemic myelopathy with cervical loca tion. It is advantageous to use expressed T2 weighted sa gittal tomograms better detecting osteochondrosis and posterior herniae. T1 weighted tomograms are important when determining the direction of disc protruding and the extent of spinal marrow compression.

CT and MRI imaging of glomus tumors of the temporal bone

2018 ◽  
pp. 26-32
Author(s):  
E. A. Stepanova ◽  
М. V. Vishnyakova ◽  
V. I. Sambulov ◽  
I. Т. Mukhamedov
Keyword(s):  
Magnetic Resonance ◽  
Diagnostic Imaging ◽  
Temporal Bone ◽  
Glomus Tumor ◽  
Magnetic Resonance Tomography ◽  
Mri Imaging ◽  
Glomus Tumors ◽  
Magnetic Resonance Imaging Mri ◽  
Temporal Bone Tumor ◽  
Ct And Mri

Glomus tumor is one of the most common temporal bone tumors. Most of them are benign and locally invasive, some are occasionally able to metastasize and have signs of malignancy. Diagnostic imaging is necessary before treatment. Computer tomography (CT) is traditionally used as a primary method of diagnosis, to recognize changes in the temporal bone. Role of magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) in temporal bone tumor diagnosis is not definitively determined.Purpose. To assess the possibilities of computer and magnetic resonance tomography, to develop an algorithm for the application of diagnostic imaging methods in the diagnosis of glomus tumors of the temporal bone.Material and methods. The article presents the experience of diagnosing 30 patients with glomus tumors.Results. The tympanic form of the glomus tumor was observed in 11 cases (37%), tympano-yugular in 19 cases (63%). CT and MRI data totally coincided in cases of small tumors (type A and B). In the presence of extended forms CT ability of assessing bone invasion, involvement of the internal carotid artery, internal jugular vein, and dural sinuses was lower than the MRI.

Modern Radiodiagnostics Technology of Metastasises in Pelvic Lymph Nodes

2017 ◽  
pp. 100-108
Author(s):  
V. N. Diomidova ◽  
O. A. Еfimova
Keyword(s):  
Lymph Node ◽  
Magnetic Resonance ◽  
Lymph Nodes ◽  
Metastatic Lymph Node ◽  
Magnetic Resonance Tomography ◽  
Visual Images ◽  
Pelvic Lymph Nodes ◽  
High Information Content ◽  
Pelvic Cancer ◽  
High Information

The analysis of the diagnostic informativeness of modern radiodiagnosticis methods in determining metastatic lymph node of pelvic cancer gynecological organs according to domestic and foreign publications. At the present stage methods of obtaining visual images pelvic lymph nodes are radiodiagnostics technologies (radiological, ultrasound, magnetic resonance tomography, scintigraphic). The analysis has shown that the researches devoted to diagnostic informational content of modern methods of radiodiagnosis in a differentiation of nature of damage of pelvic lymph nodes aren't enough. According to the literature, the most rational and perspective method for radiodiagnosis metastatics lymph node is a magnetic resonance imaging due to the high information content and thus specificity. At the same time, the continued relevance of further study of methods of radiodiagnostics in order to find the optimal one for the assessment of pelvic lymph nodes.

scholarly journals Imaging manifestations of Caroli disease with autosomal recessive polycystic kidney disease: a case report and literature review

2021 ◽  
Vol 21 (1) ◽  
Author(s):  
Xiuzhen Yao ◽  
Weiqun Ao ◽  
Jianhua Fang ◽  
Guoqun Mao ◽  
Chuanghua Chen ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Pregnant Woman ◽  
Magnetic Resonance ◽  
Kidney Disease ◽  
Portal Vein ◽  
Polycystic Kidney Disease ◽  
Autosomal Recessive ◽  
Polycystic Kidney ◽  
Left Liver Lobe ◽  
Caroli Disease ◽  
T1 And T2

Abstract Background Both Caroli disease (CD) and autosomal recessive polycystic kidney disease (ARPKD) are autosomal recessive disorders, which are more commonly found in infants and children, for whom surviving to adulthood is rare. Early diagnosis and intervention can improve the survival rate to some extent. This study adopted the case of a 26-year-old pregnant woman to explore the clinical and imaging manifestations and progress of CD concomitant with ARPKD to enable a better understanding of the disease. Case presentation A 26-year-old pregnant woman was admitted to our hospital for more than 2 months following the discovery of pancytopenia and increased creatinine. Ultrasonography detected an enlarged left liver lobe, widened hepatic portal vein, splenomegaly, and dilated splenic vein. In addition, both kidneys were obviously enlarged and sonolucent areas of varying sizes were visible, but color Doppler flow imaging revealed no abnormal blood flow signals. The gestational age was approximately 25 weeks, which was consistent with the actual fetal age. Polyhydramnios was detected but no other abnormalities were identified. Magnetic resonance imaging revealed that the liver was plump, and polycystic liver disease was observed near the top of the diaphragm. The T1 and T2 weighted images were the low and high signals, respectively. The bile duct was slightly dilated; the portal vein was widened; and the spleen volume was enlarged. Moreover, the volume of both kidneys had increased to an abnormal shape, with multiple, long, roundish T1 and T2 abnormal signals being observed. Magnetic resonance cholangiopancreatography revealed that intrahepatic cystic lesions were connected with intrahepatic bile ducts. The patient underwent a genetic testing, the result showed she carried two heterozygous mutations in PKHD1. The patient was finally diagnosed with CD with concomitant ARPKD. The baby underwent a genetic test three months after birth, the result showed that the patient carried one heterozygous mutations in PKHD1, which indicated the baby was a PKHD1 carrier. Conclusions This case demonstrates that imaging examinations are of great significance for the diagnosis and evaluation of CD with concomitant ARPKD.

T1 and T2 quantification using magnetic resonance fingerprinting in mild traumatic brain injury

2021 ◽  
Author(s):  
Teresa Gerhalter ◽  
Martijn Cloos ◽  
Anna M. Chen ◽  
Seena Dehkharghani ◽  
Rosemary Peralta ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Traumatic Brain Injury ◽  
Brain Injury ◽  
Magnetic Resonance ◽  
Mild Traumatic Brain Injury ◽  
T1 And T2

scholarly journals Cardiac magnetic resonance imaging in differential diagnosis of cardiac masses

2021 ◽  
Vol 22 (Supplement_1) ◽  
Author(s):  
EC D"angelo ◽  
P Paolisso ◽  
L Bergamaschi ◽  
A Foa ◽  
I Magnani ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Differential Diagnosis ◽  
Cardiac Magnetic Resonance ◽  
Magnetic Resonance ◽  
Pericardial Effusion ◽  
Tissue Characterization ◽  
Descriptive Analysis ◽  
Gadolinium Enhancement ◽  
Malignant Lesions ◽  
T1 And T2 ◽  
Cardiac Masses

Abstract Funding Acknowledgements Type of funding sources: Public hospital(s). Main funding source(s): S. Orsola Hospital Background  Differential diagnosis of cardiac masses represents a challenging issue with important implications for therapeutic management and patient’s prognosis. Cardiac Magnetic Resonance (CMR) is a non-invasive imaging technique used to characterize morphologic and functional features of masses. Integration of these information can lead an accurate diagnosis. Purpose  To evaluate the diagnostic role of CMR in defining the nature of cardiac masses. Methods : Ninety-three patients with cardiac masses evaluated with CMR were enrolled. All masses had histological certainty. CMR sequences allowed a qualitative morphologic description as well as tissue characterization. Evaluation of masses morphology included localization, size and borders assessment, detection of potential multiple lesions and pericardial effusion. Tissue characterization resulted from an estimation of contrast enhancement - early gadolinium enhancement (EGE) and late gadolinium enhancement (LGE) sequences - and tissue homogeneity in T1 and T2 weighted acquisitions. The descriptive analysis was carried out by comparing benign vs malignant lesions as well as dividing patients into 4 subgroups: primitive benign tumours, primitive malignant tumours, metastatic tumours and pseudotumours.  Results  The descriptive analysis of the morphologic features showed that diameter > 50mm, invasion of surrounding planes, irregular margins and presence of pericardial effusion were able to predict malignancy (p < 0.001). As for tissue characteristics, heterogeneous signal intensity - independently from T1 and T2 weighted acquisitions - and EGE were more common in malignant lesions (p <0.001). When analysing the four subgroups, CMR features did not discriminate between primitive malignant masses and metastasis. Conversely, hyperintensity signal and EGE were able to distinguish benign primitive lesions from pseudotumors (p = 0.002).  Furthermore, using classification and regression tree (CART) analysis, we developed an algorithm to differentiate masses: invasion of surrounding planes was a common characteristic of malignancy and identifies itself malignant tumors. In the absence of invasive features, gadolinium enhancement was evaluated: the lack of contrast uptake was able to exclude a pseudotumor diagnosis and reduced the probability of a primary benign tumor.  Conclusions Cardiac magnetic resonance is a very powerful diagnostic tool for differential diagnosis of cardiac masses as it correctly addresses malignancy. Furthermore, an accurate evaluation of the several CMR features, may discriminate primary benign masses and pseudotumours. Abstract Figure. Benign and malignant cardiac masses

Magnetic resonance imaging: effects of magnetic field strength.

Radiology ◽  
1984 ◽  
Vol 151 (1) ◽  
pp. 127-133 ◽  
Author(s):  
L E Crooks ◽  
M Arakawa ◽  
J Hoenninger ◽  
B McCarten ◽  
J Watts ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Magnetic Resonance Imaging ◽  
Magnetic Field ◽  
Magnetic Resonance ◽  
Field Strength ◽  
Magnetic Field Strength ◽  
Resonance Imaging

Evaluation of Relaxation Time Measurements by Magnetic Resonance Imaging

1987 ◽  
Vol 28 (3) ◽  
pp. 345-351 ◽  
Author(s):  
L. Kjær ◽  
C. Thomsen ◽  
O. Henriksen ◽  
P. Ring ◽  
M. Stubgaard ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Magnetic Resonance Imaging ◽  
Relaxation Time ◽  
Magnetic Resonance ◽  
Diffusion Processes ◽  
Relaxation Times ◽  
Gradient Field ◽  
Maximum Deviation ◽  
Resonance Imaging ◽  
T2 Relaxation ◽  
T1 And T2

Several circumstances may explain the great variation in reported proton T1 and T2 relaxation times usually seen. This study was designed to evaluate the accuracy of relaxation time measurements by magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) operating at 1.5 tesla. Using a phantom of nine boxes with different concentrations of CuSO4 and correlating the calculated T1 and T2 values with reference values obtained by two spectrometers (corrected to MRI-proton frequency=64 MHz) we found a maximum deviation of about 10 per cent. Measurements performed on a large water phantom in order to evaluate the homogeneity in the imaging plane showed a variation of less than 10 per cent within 10 cm from the centre of the magnet in all three imaging planes. Changing the gradient field strength apparently had no influence on the T2 values recorded. Consequently diffusion processes seem without significance. It is concluded that proton T1 and T2 relaxation times covering the majority of the biologic range can be measured by MRI with an overall accuracy of 5 to 10 per cent. Quality control studies along the lines indicated in this study are recommended.

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