MR imaging of the brachial plexus.
The brachial plexus is difficult to evaluate with conventional radiologic techniques, including CT. However, it is well shown by MR imaging, which has direct multiplanar imaging capability and superior soft-tissue resolution [1-4]. We present our technique for evaluating the brachial plexus, discuss the anatomy, and illustrate normal and abnormal findings.
Department of Radiology, Loyola University Medical Center, Maywood, IL 60153.
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Posniak
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O'Malley
D001917:Brachial Plexus / Q000033:anatomy & histology / Q000293:injuries / Q000473:pathology; D006801:Humans; D008279:Magnetic Resonance Imaging; D009443:Neuritis / Q000175:diagnosis; D010523:Peripheral Nervous System Diseases / Q000175:diagnosis; D010524:Peripheral Nervous System Neoplasms / Q000175:diagnosis / Q000556:secondary; D011832:Radiation Injuries / Q000175:diagnosis; D012016:Reference Values