Magnetic resonance imaging in preterm infants.
MR imaging of the premature infant poses a number of challenges with regard to safety, sequence optimization and recognition of the normal appearances of the developing brain. In this paper we discuss these challenges, and review the common intracerebral abnormalities associated with premature birth. Although the outcome for very-low-birth-weight babies has improved over the last decade, there remains a significant risk of subsequent development of neurological disability. The relationship between MRI abnormalities and long-term outcome is considered.
Arthur
Rosemary
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Radiology Department, Leeds General Infirmary, Belmont Grove, Leeds, LS2 9NS, UK. r.arthur@ukonline.co.uk
D001921:Brain / Q000196:embryology / Q000473:pathology*; D001927:Brain Diseases / Q000175:diagnosis*; D001930:Brain Injuries / Q000175:diagnosis; D006801:Humans; D007231:Infant, Newborn; D007234:Infant, Premature; D007235:Infant, Premature, Diseases / Q000175:diagnosis*; D008279:Magnetic Resonance Imaging / Q000379:methods*; D012449:Safety