Evaluation of spinal trauma by multi detector computed tomography and magnetic resonance imaging

Conclusion MRI was significantly superior to MDCT in the diagnosis of bone marrow edema, posterior ligamentous complex injuries, disk herniations, spinal canal compressions, and spinal cord contusions and edema. In cervical spine injuries, MRI was useful for the evaluation of the supporting ligaments and the spinal cord after the patient has been stabilized. MDCT and MRI are complementary to each other in evaluation of spine injuries.
Source: The Egyptian Journal of Radiology and Nuclear Medicine - Category: Radiology Source Type: research