Zarina Abdul Assis MBBS, MD, Presenter: Nothing to Disclose

Sunitha P Kumaran MBBS, MD, Abstract Co-Author: Nothing to Disclose

Sanjaya Viswamitra MD, Abstract Co-Author: Nothing to Disclose

1. A systematic MRI pattern recognition approach is presented towards T2 hyperintense cord lesions. 2 .Viewers will learn differential diagnosis of various T2 hyperintense lesions of spinal cord with emphasis on MRI features and clinical presentation. 3.  Viewers will learn specific radiological signs to narrow down the differentials of cord lesions.

Introduction: Majority of spinal cord pathologies appear hyperintense on T2 weighted MR imaging. A systematic imaging approach helps in differentiating one from other, in a given clinical set-up. Methods: A case based approach is presented to arrive at the correct diagnosis. 1. Lesions were described on basis of following MR imaging parameters: location, longitudinal/ cross-sectional extent, T1 characteristics, post contrast enhancement, hemorrhage and appearance on follow up. 2. Clinical parameters used were: Age at presentation, duration of illness,  neurological deficits, co-morbidities and clinical recovery on follow up. 3. Finally, both radiological and clinical findings were correlated to arrive at the diagnosis. Histopathological correlation was also performed whenever applicable. 4. A wide range of cord pathologies including compressive, infective, inflammatory, vascular, neoplastic and metabolic disorders are covered.  

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Assis, Z, Kumaran, S, Viswamitra, S, T2 Hyperintense Lesions of Spinal Cord- Myelitis, Myelomalacia and More…MRI Pattern Recognition.  Radiological Society of North America 2014 Scientific Assembly and Annual Meeting, - ,Chicago IL. http://archive.rsna.org/2014/14009782.html