Balanced Steady-State Free Precession Sequence (CISS/FIESTA/3D Driven Equilibrium Radiofrequency Reset Pulse) Increases the Diagnostic Yield for Spinal Drop Metastases in Children with Brain Tumors [SPINE]

CONCLUSIONS: The bSSFP sequence increased the diagnostic yield for the detection of drop metastases in pediatric patients with primary intracranial tumors and was particularly advantageous for small drop metastases (<3 mm) and nonenhancing metastases, and it decreased the number of false-positives. The bSSFP sequence may be an important adjunct to postcontrast T1WI for the evaluation of drop metastases.

http://www.ajnr.org/cgi/content/abstract/39/7/1355?rss=1

Source: American Journal of Neuroradiology - July 9, 2018 Category: Radiology Authors: Buch, K., Caruso, P., Ebb, D., Rincon, S. Tags: SPINE Source Type: research