Comparison of quality of images performed with and without magnetisation transfer contrast in magnetic resonance imaging

2018 ◽  
Vol 6 (3) ◽  
pp. 87-90
Author(s):  
Arunan Murali ◽  
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T Bhasker Raj ◽  
Venkata Sai ◽  
Sheila Elangovan ◽  
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Keyword(s):  
Magnetic Resonance Imaging ◽  
Magnetic Resonance ◽  
Magnetisation Transfer ◽  
Resonance Imaging ◽  
Magnetisation Transfer Contrast

scholarly journals A study of the sensitivity and specificity of the Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI) technique used in the diagnosis of endometriosis versus the intraoperative appearance considered the reference standard in the diagnosis of endometriosis

2021 ◽  
Vol 28 (1) ◽  
pp. 55-61
Author(s):  
Alexandra RADU ◽  
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Elvira BRATILA ◽  
Keyword(s):  
Magnetic Resonance Imaging ◽  
Magnetic Resonance ◽  
Sensitivity And Specificity ◽  
Reference Standard ◽  
Resonance Imaging ◽  
First Line ◽  
Magnetic Resonance Imaging Mri ◽  
Asymptomatic Women ◽  
Bladder Invasion

Endometriosis is a gynecological pathology with chronic symptoms, which negatively affects the patient’s quality of life. The prevalence of endometriosis in asymptomatic women is between 2% and 50%, depending on the populations studied and the method of diagnosis. The severity of the symptoms as well as the probability of diagnosing endometriosis increases with age9. Because endometriosis is a gynecological condition with a nonspecific clinical picture, sometimes even asymptomatic, imaging technology can be considered the first line of diagnosis for this pathology. The main objective of this study is to evaluate the sensitivity and specificity of nuclear magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) used in the diagnosis of endometriotic lesions depending on their location, and compare the results obtained with the intraoperative appearance considered a reference standard in the diagnosis of endometriosis. Our study revealed the highest specificity for MRI in the case of endometriotic bladder invasion, respectively the highest sensitivity for endometriotic rectal nodules.

scholarly journals Diagnosis and management of congenital absence of pericardium: a case report

2019 ◽  
Vol 3 (4) ◽  
pp. 1-5
Author(s):  
Melissa Bouchard ◽  
A Hoschtitzky ◽  
M Gatzoulis
Keyword(s):  
Magnetic Resonance Imaging ◽  
Cardiac Magnetic Resonance ◽  
Magnetic Resonance ◽  
Cardiac Magnetic Resonance Imaging ◽  
Rare Condition ◽  
Symptomatic Patient ◽  
Resonance Imaging ◽  
Asymptomatic Patients ◽  
Chest Pains

Abstract Background Absence of the pericardium is a rare congenital defect with an approximate incidence of <1/10 000. We review a case of complete pericardial agenesis in a symptomatic patient with gross cardiac mobility, for which pericardial reconstruction was undertaken successfully. Case summary A 24-year-old otherwise fit and well patient, with debilitating exertional chest pain was found to have complete pericardial agenesis on the left side and on the diaphragmatic surface. There was gross cardiac mobility demonstrated on cardiac magnetic resonance imaging. His pericardium was reconstructed surgically using Gore-tex® patches. There were no complications, and the patient was discharged 8 days later. Three months later at follow-up, the patient required no analgesia and has had complete resolution of his chest pains. Discussion Congenital hemi-pericardial agenesis is a very rare condition which often remains undetected due to its asymptomatic nature. It is important to consider this as a differential diagnosis of exertional chest pains. Cardiac magnetic resonance imaging remains the investigation of gold standard. There is no consensus on whether surgical intervention in symptomatic or asymptomatic patients has any prognostic value. However, we have demonstrated that by reconstructing the pericardium in a highly symptomatic patient, there has been a resolution in size of a previously dilated right ventricle and most importantly an improvement in quality of life.

scholarly journals A Study of the Quality of Work Life Among Magnetic Resonance Imaging Technologists in National Guard Health Affairs Hospitals in KSA

2020 ◽  
Author(s):  
Ghadah Almugren ◽  
Haya Zedan
Keyword(s):  
Magnetic Resonance Imaging ◽  
Magnetic Resonance ◽  
Career Satisfaction ◽  
National Guard ◽  
Well Being ◽  
Work Life ◽  
Quality Of Work Life ◽  
Resonance Imaging ◽  
Quality Of Work

Abstract Quality of Work Life (QWL) is a multi-dimensional discipline concerned with the quality of life at the workplace. Objectives: This work aimed to assess the level of QWL of Magnetic Resonance Imaging Technologists (MRITs) at National Guard Health Affairs Hospitals (NGHA) in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia and identify the correlation between QWL dimensions and Job and Career Satisfaction (JCS). Methodology: This study used the 32-item WRQoL-2 tool, a questionnaire consisting of 6 subscales; Job and Career Satisfaction (JCS), Control at Work (CAW), Home-Work Interface (HWI), General Well-Being (GWB), Stress at Work (SAW) and Work Conditions (WCS). Results: The study respondents were 57 MRITs working in NGHA hospitals across KSA with a 100% response rate. We found a high level of QWL among MRITs (66.2%, 3.31/5). The level of JCS was high (71.6%, 3.59/5) with a significant correlation between JCS and WCS, CAW, HWI, and GWB. There was an inverse relationship between SAW and JCS. Conclusion: Further research in the field of QWL is needed to diagnose shortcomings affecting the quality of healthcare services in KSA.

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