Published July 2000 | Version v1
Journal article

In vivo 1H-magnetic resonance spectroscopy of the spinal cord in humans

  • 1. Radiology Department, Addenbrooke's NHS Trust, Hills Road, Cambridge (United Kingdom)
  • 2. NMR Research Unit, Institute of Neurology, University College London, London (United Kingdom)
  • 3. Lysholm Radiological Department, National Hospital for Neurology and Neurosurgery, London (United Kingdom)

Description

Magnetic resonance spectroscopy (MRS) has been used in a variety of conditions affecting the central nervous system. Until now, only the brain has been studied, and spectroscopy of the spinal cord has not been previously reported. During the past 12 months, we have been experimenting with MRS of the cervical spinal cord of healthy volunteers. We present this technique, its current limitations, and possible future technological improvements and potential applications. (orig.)

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Publishing Information

Journal Title
Neuroradiology
Journal Volume
42
Journal Issue
7
Journal Page Range
p. 515-517
ISSN
0028-3940
CODEN
NRDYAB

INIS

Country of Publication
Germany
Country of Input or Organization
Germany
INIS RN
31043615
Subject category
S62: RADIOLOGY AND NUCLEAR MEDICINE;
Descriptors DEI
BRAIN; CENTRAL NERVOUS SYSTEM; MAN; NMR IMAGING; SPINAL CORD; TECHNOLOGY UTILIZATION
Descriptors DEC
ANIMALS; BODY; CENTRAL NERVOUS SYSTEM; DIAGNOSTIC TECHNIQUES; MAMMALS; NERVOUS SYSTEM; ORGANS; PRIMATES; VERTEBRATES

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Notes
With 1 fig., 3 refs.