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Semin Musculoskelet Radiol 2018; 22(03): 334-343
DOI: 10.1055/s-0038-1641576
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Getting Started with Magnetic Resonance Neurography

Gustav Andreisek
1   Department of Radiology, Cantonal Hospital Münsterlingen, Münsterlingen, Switzerland
2   University of Zurich, Zurich, Switzerland
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Nicolae V. Bolog
3   Phoenix Swiss Med, Münchenstein, Switzerland
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23 May 2018 (online)

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Abstract

This article provides a review of magnetic resonance neurography (MRN) and how to get started. It explains step by step how to establish MRN at an institution: how to set up MRN protocols, how to train technicians, what a report needs to contain, and how relevant findings should be communicated to the referring physician. Advanced imaging techniques such as diffusion tensor imaging are only briefly discussed at the end of the article because most of those techniques are difficult for beginners and are still not considered standard in the clinical routine.

Keywords

magnetic resonance imaging - peripheral nerves - muscles - denervation - neuropathies
 

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