RT Journal Article
SR Electronic
T1 High-Resolution 3T MR Neurography of the Brachial Plexus and Its Branches, with Emphasis on 3D Imaging
JF American Journal of Neuroradiology
JO Am. J. Neuroradiol.
FD American Society of Neuroradiology
SP 486
OP 497
DO 10.3174/ajnr.A3287
VO 34
IS 3
A1 Chhabra, A.
A1 Thawait, G.K.
A1 Soldatos, T.
A1 Thakkar, R.S.
A1 Grande, F. Del
A1 Chalian, M.
A1 Carrino, J.A.
YR 2013
UL http://www.ajnr.org/content/34/3/486.abstract
AB SUMMARY: With advancement in 3D imaging, better fat-suppression techniques, and superior coil designs for MR imaging and the increasing availability and use of 3T magnets, the visualization of the complexity of the brachial plexus has become facile. The relevant imaging findings are described for normal and pathologic conditions of the brachial plexus. These radiologic findings are supported by clinical and/or EMG/surgical data, and corresponding high-resolution MR neurography images are illustrated. Because the brachial plexus can be affected by a plethora of pathologies, resulting in often serious and disabling complications, a better radiologic insight has great potential in aiding physicians in rendering superior services to patients. EMGelectromyographyMIPmaximum intensity projectionMRNMR neurographySPACEsampling perfection with application-optimized contrasts by using different flip angleSTIRshort tau inversion recoveryTOSthoracic outlet syndrome