title: Experiences with an intraoperative magnetic resonance imaging system in neurosurgery.
abstract: Magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) systems are becoming essential intraoperative tools in neurosurgery because they provide high-resolution, detailed images. Only a few institutions around the world currently have intraoperative MRI capabilities. Consequently, the body of knowledge with regard to safety procedures in such an environment is fragmented and often institution-specific. The components of the MRI system are described in relationship to surgical procedures. Perioperative nursing responsibilities are discussed and a case study is presented. The article concludes with a discussion about the present limitations of intraoperative MRI equipment.
authors.affiliation: Neurosurgery Department, University Hospital, Zurich, Switzerland.
authors.forename: Mary Ann
authors.initials: MA
authors.lastname: Mulqueen Mejia
mesh_terms: D000328:Adult; D001254:Astrocytoma / Q000451:nursing / Q000601:surgery*; D001932:Brain Neoplasms / Q000451:nursing / Q000601:surgery*; D005260:Female; D006801:Humans; D007432:Intraoperative Period; D008279:Magnetic Resonance Imaging / Q000295:instrumentation* / Q000379:methods / Q000451:nursing; D009364:Neoplasm Recurrence, Local; D019635:Neurosurgical Procedures / Q000295:instrumentation* / Q000379:methods / Q000451:nursing; D017751:Safety Management; D013557:Switzerland