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Semin Musculoskelet Radiol 2019; 23(04): 347-360
DOI: 10.1055/s-0039-1677727
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Top-10 Tips for Getting Started with Magnetic Resonance Neurography

Majid Chalian
1   Musculoskeletal Imaging Division, Department of Radiology, University of Texas, UT Southwestern Medical Center, Dallas, Texas
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Avneesh Chhabra
1   Musculoskeletal Imaging Division, Department of Radiology, University of Texas, UT Southwestern Medical Center, Dallas, Texas
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05 March 2019 (online)

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Abstract

Magnetic resonance neurography (MRN), also known as MR neurography, is a dedicated imaging technique for the peripheral nerves, used both in a clinical setting and research. However, like any other new diagnostic processes, there are technical, cost, and patient selection issues to overcome as well as potential imaging pitfalls to recognize before MRN can be adopted efficiently into routine clinical practice. This review focuses on the 10 most important practical tips to get started with MRN with a view to shortening the time needed for radiologists to implement this clinically useful technique into their imaging practices.

Keywords

magnetic resonance neurography - MRN - peripheral nerve MRI - neuropathy - structured interpretation

Financial Disclosure

Avneesh Chhabra is a consultant for ICON Medical and receives royalties from Jaypee and Wolters.


 

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