MRI Sequences Flashcards

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what are the advantages of STIR?

A

-great contrast resolution
-use with low field strength magnets

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what are the disadvantages of STIR?

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-hemorrhage and protein-rich fluid suppressed
-cannot be used after contrast injected
-images appear more grainy

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FLAIR: ____ is dark, ____ is bright

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free fluid dark, edema bright

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