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In-office MR imaging.
MedLine Citation:
PMID:  12122839     Owner:  NLM     Status:  MEDLINE    
Abstract/OtherAbstract:
The development of new metal alloys, along with more innovative magnet technology, has permitted the construction of smaller magnets for magnetic resonance (MR) systems, which, in turn, has allowed development of MR imaging systems designed to be physically smaller than conventional whole-body MR imaging systems. These specialized devices are commonly referred to as "niche," "dedicated," or "extremity" MR imaging systems. Performing MR imaging procedures with this type of system offers distinct advantages that include reduced overall costs, more convenient installation and siting, and greater patient comfort and safety. Importantly, these critical features permit extremity MR imaging systems to be readily utilized in an "in-office" setting. This article will provide an overview of the technical aspects and clinical applications for extremity MR imaging systems, present patient management issues, and discuss the economic and practical considerations of the use of extremity MR imaging systems in an in-office environment.
Authors:
Frank G Shellock; Mark C Hollister
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Publication Detail:
Type:  Journal Article    
Journal Detail:
Title:  Clinics in sports medicine     Volume:  21     ISSN:  0278-5919     ISO Abbreviation:  Clin Sports Med     Publication Date:  2002 Apr 
Date Detail:
Created Date:  2002-07-18     Completed Date:  2003-01-21     Revised Date:  2004-11-17    
Medline Journal Info:
Nlm Unique ID:  8112473     Medline TA:  Clin Sports Med     Country:  United States    
Other Details:
Languages:  eng     Pagination:  261-87, vii     Citation Subset:  IM    
Affiliation:
Keck School of Medicine, University of Southern California, 7511 McConnell Avenue, Los Angeles, CA 90045, USA. Frank.Shellock@gte.net
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MeSH Terms
Descriptor/Qualifier:
Adipose Tissue / pathology
Ambulatory Care Facilities*
Anxiety
Artifacts
Defibrillators, Implantable
Electromagnetic Fields / adverse effects
Equipment Design
Gadolinium / diagnostic use
Humans
Image Enhancement / instrumentation,  methods
Intracranial Aneurysm / pathology
Knee / pathology
Magnetic Resonance Imaging / economics,  instrumentation*,  methods*
Pacemaker, Artificial
Practice Management, Medical / economics*
Safety
Shoulder / pathology
Surgical Instruments
United States
Chemical
Reg. No./Substance:
7440-54-2/Gadolinium

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